Haemoglobin carries oxygen needed by cells to function. If anaemic, a person may feel lethargic, suffer shortness of breath, look pale and feel tired. Anaemia is often improved when CML is treated. Anaemia may be ameliorated by blood transfusions. Thrombocytopenia - means less than the normal number of platelets.
Platelets are responsible for helping the blood to clot and prevent bleeding.
People with thrombocytopenia may suffer from nose bleeds, bruising or blood loss from any part of the body. Severe thrombocytopenia may be corrected by platelet transfusion. Leukopenia - means less than the normal number of white blood cells. White blood cells are responsible for fighting infections. If leukopenic, a person may suffer from repeated infections, in which case a course of antibiotics may be required.