How common is agranulocytosis?

How common is agranulocytosis?

Agranulocytosis affects about seven people of every 1 million each year. It’s slightly more common in women. People of all ages can get the condition.

Inherited agranulocytosis is more common among babies and children. The acquired form appears more often in adults.

Agranulocytosis is more common among people who:

• Are undergoing chemotherapy treatments for cancer.
• Have autoimmune diseases such as lupus or rheumatoid arthritis.
• Take certain prescription drugs, such as the antipsychotic medication clozapine (Clozaril®).