[rebeccaRParticipant]

Hi all,
Seems I’ve worn a hip out with all my tennis so feel the need for a hip replacement. Since SCT I have always had low neutrophils (around 1.17) and lower than the norm WCC). Am very concerned about infection risks and that the immune system seems to take a battering anyway after a hip replacement. Would love to hear from those who have had it done and how it fares re infection risk when in treatment etc. Thanks
Rebecca

[rabbitParticipant]

Hi Rebecca,

I have no experience of hip replacements, but my immune system is weak (specifically low platelets and neutrophils).

For WBC (including neutrophils) you can be prescribed filgrastim injections (which can be done at home).

For platelets, an infusion of blood platelets from a blood donor can be done. That stop the risk of excessive bleeding (unfortunately the extra platelets don’t stay in one’s body for long).

Regards
Rabbit
PS I did see a study that eating dark chocolate boosts neutrophil counts.

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