How reversible are abnormal red blood cell counts?
First, your doctor must determine the cause of your abnormal RBC count so that s/he can prescribe appropriate treatment. Treatment may include a dietary supplement, a change in your nutrition, or replacement with packed red blood cells from a blood donor. It may only require a change in your current medication that has caused the change in RBCs. For some, prescribing a drug to stimulate red cell production in the bone marrow may be required, especially in patients who have received chemotherapy or radiation treatments.
