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Blood Cancers & Disorders | Last Active: May 16, 2023 | Replies (8)
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She was on it all her life. I'm not sure what it was used for - I think it might've been used to prevent severe infections as children with sickle cell anemia have a severely compromised immune system.
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Prophylactic antibiotics are not uncommon for people with compromised immune systems. They can act as a temporary immune system in your sister’s case. I was on two different antibiotics for almost 3 years. They work!
It will be interesting to hear what is changing with your sister. I’m expecting she’ll be having followup appointments to see if this is a positive trend. It’s really sad that little kids have to deal with serious health issues. Will you please keep in touch? I’d like to follow along with your little sister’s diagnosis. Has there been any mention of a bone marrow transplant for her?