How is aplastic anemia in children treated?
Disease description:
The child of my elder aunt passed all health checks at birth, but was diagnosed with pediatric aplastic anemia during the transition to elementary school. After visiting many hospitals, no treatment plan was found. Now I would like to know how pediatric aplastic anemia is treated?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Liu Feng
The treatment of aplastic anemia in children mainly includes the following methods:
1. Blood transfusion therapy: For children with low blood cell levels accompanied by severe anemia and bleeding, red blood cell transfusions can improve anemia symptoms and increase red blood cell levels.
2. Drug therapy: Immunosuppressants, such as cyclosporine soft capsules, can be used to treat aplastic anemia. Androgens, such as testosterone propionate, can stimulate red blood cell production and are suitable for children with chronic mild to moderate anemia. Adrenocorticotropic hormones, such as prednisone, can be used in combination with androgens to reduce side effects. Antibiotics are used to control infections.
3. Surgical treatment: Hematopoietic stem cell transplantation can replace damaged hematopoietic stem cells and rebuild the abnormal immune system, making it an effective treatment for severe cases.
It is recommended to select the optimal treatment plan under the guidance of a specialist physician.
