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My blood reports show low levels of neutrophils and high lymphocytes. Why so?
Query: Hello doctor,I had done a complete blood count test and the reports suggested very low levels of neutrophils and abnormal levels of lymphocytes. There is no history of any illness or medications. Why so? Please help. Read Full »
Dr. Goswami Parth Rajendragiri
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I went through your query and understood your concern. According to your history and reports (attachment removed to protect the patient's identity), a high lymphocyte count may be due to a viral infection. The neutrophil count is relatively low due to lymphocytosis.... Read Full »
Can a history of EBV cause persistent lymphocytosis?
Query: Hi doctor, I have attached my reports. Please explain to me what it is? Do I have persistent lymphocytosis? Read Full »
Dr. Goswami Parth Rajendragiri
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Following is my answer to your asked question. In the attached reports (attachment removed to protect patient identity), your lymphocytes count are repeatedly elevated. So it is suggestive of persistent lymphocytosis. You have EBV (Epstein- Barr virus) IgG (immunoglo... Read Full »
I am suffering from nasal congestion. Please help.
Query: Hello doctor, I am a 20-year-old male. I have had nasal congestion for the past three weeks, which is not getting cured. I was also suffering from nausea and increased bowel movements. The nausea is cured, but I feel sick inside. Is it anything serious? In my CBC reports, the neutrophils are 44 %, ... Read Full »
Dr. Goswami Parth Rajendragiri
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. You have not mentioned the medication that you are taking. According to your CBC report, you have high lymphocytes count. It is suggestive of a viral infection of the upper respiratory tract. Therefore, I suggest you do the following investigations. Rhinoscopy nose e... Read Full »
My third molar needs to be extracted, but my lymphocyte levels are high. Should I be concerned?
Query: Hi doctor, My laboratory reports are attached. My hemoglobin level is 14.6, hematocrit is 42.5, red blood cells are 4.54, white blood cells are 4.00, the platelet count is 243, neutrophils are 0.36, lymphocytes are 0.53, monocytes are 0.06, eosinophils are 0.03, and basophils are 0.02. Should I be c... Read Full »
Dr. Goswami Parth Rajendragiri
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. Your lymphocyte count is slightly high, possibly due to a temporary viral infection. However, neutrophils are relatively low due to high lymphocytes. So, do not worry about that. The total WBC (white blood cells) count is lower than the bo... Read Full »
Please interpret my breast ultrasound for enlarged lymph nodes and breast cancer.
Query: Hello doctor, I need help to understand the attached breast ultrasoud. I also have the MTHFR gene mutation inherited from both parents and want to know if it will affect my lymphocyte count to be high. I am taking Maxalt for migraines. Read Full »
Dr. Goswami Parth Rajendragiri
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have seen the attached report (attachment removed to protect patient identity). MTHFR gene mutation is not an independent risk factor for breast carcinoma. The association between this gene mutation and breast malignancy is not fully understood. However, in your att... Read Full »
I have low white blood count and elevated lymphocytes. What may be the reason?
Query: Hi doctor, I have low white blood count for a year and elevated lymphocytes. I was under Metoprolol medication for six months and stopped it two months ago. I am also being treated for enlarged cervical lymph nodes. What may be the reason? Thank you. Read Full »
Dr. Goswami Parth Rajendragiri
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Following is my opinion for your asked question. In your attached reports (attachment removed to protect the patient's identity), the only notable finding is mild leukopenia, which means low white blood cell (WBC) count. There are many causes for low WBC count like ... Read Full »
My blood group has changed from B positive to B negative. Why?
Query: Hi doctor, My blood group has changed from B positive to B negative. During diagnosis, it is found that my lymphocyte count is higher, which is around 54 %. I have some other problems like itching underarms and piles. My CT and PET scan report are normal. Ultrasound report shows fatty liver. Why has... Read Full »
Dr. Goswami Parth Rajendragiri
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. Blood group never changes throughout life. I suggest you get your blood group checked in a good blood bank. One of your blood groups might be false due to a faulty technique. Hope I have answered your question. Underarm itching might be due t... Read Full »
What does chronically elevated lymphocytes count mean?
Query: Hello doctor,For the past five years, my absolute lymphocytes have been 4.2 to 4.9 range, never going over 5 (I have had multiple CBC and every single one of my absolute lymphocytes is elevated). However, they have been continually elevated to the point that I was recently sent to a hematologist who... Read Full »
Dr. Goswami Parth Rajendragiri
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. If you have any type of leukemia especially CLL (chronic lymphocytic leukemia) or MBL (monoclonal B-cell lymphocytosis) then it could have been reflected in the peripheral smear examination report or in flow cytometry investigation. Your flow cytometry report is nega... Read Full »
I have high lymphocytes. Should I be concerned about cancer?
Query: Hello doctor, I did a routine complete blood count test and was diagnosed with 48 % to 40 % lymphocytes. I read on the internet that it indicates cancer. Should I be concerned? Read Full »
Dr. Goswami Parth Rajendragiri
Answer: Hello, Welcome to the icliniq.com. From the reports attached (attachment removed to protect the patient's identity), your total blood count, platelets, hemoglobin levels are normal. Patients with leukemia has increased total blood count and presence of premature cells. Your increased lymphocyte coun... Read Full »
Why my lymphocyte and WBC levels are increasing?
Query: Hi doctor, I had my blood tests done two weeks ago to see how things are progressing. I feel fine, but since I was anemic and lacked iron, I had to do that routine after finishing the medication. I have no other physical symptoms at the moment. The only thing I knew, I used medicines messily and mis... Read Full »
Dr. Goswami Parth Rajendragiri
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have reviewed your query, and here is my suggestion. In your attached reports (attachments are hidden to protect the patient's identity) ferritin level is low, and TIBC (total-iron binding capacity) increased, which is suggestive of mild iron deficiency anemia. Wi... Read Full »