Radiation Sickness : Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis & Treatment

Leukopenia

Leukopenia is a decrease in the level of leukocytes in peripheral blood below 4000 in 1 µl. The cause of this condition can be infectious, inflammatory autoimmune diseases, genetic defects of the immune system, etc. Clinically, leukopenia is manifested by an increased susceptibility of the body to various infections, but it can be completely asymptomatic. The level of leukocytes is measured when taking venous or capillary blood in the morning on an empty stomach. To correct this laboratory deviation, the underlying disease is treated.

Tonic convulsions

Tonic convulsions are sharp and prolonged muscle contractions, in which the limb or the whole body freezes in a forced position. They are local and generalized, accompanied by pain, dysfunction of other systems. Convulsions manifest infectious diseases, metabolic disorders, intoxications, etc. Neurological examination, laboratory tests (general, biochemical, molecular genetic), functional methods help to find out the cause. Treatment is aimed at relieving symptoms and correcting the underlying pathology.