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What is your opinion about neutrophils count of my son?
Query: Hi doctor, My son is 15 years old. His neutrophils count became 1000 from the first one which was 800 a week. After 15 days, again the neutrophil count is 800 now with a total WBC of 2600. He is healthy, active, and has no infection. Please note that his dad had a blood count this week and his neutr... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Based on your query, my opinion is as follows: If the neutrophil counts are varying, it means there is no vaccine-induced or nutritional, or genetic defect. As the other entire cell values including RBC and platelets are normal, these values must be normal for him. H... Read Full »
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 »
I have a genetic mutation. How to lower my high B12 levels?
Query: Hello doctor, I have genetic mutation MTHFR. I am on thyroid for hypothyroidism. My B12 level is 1476, the normal range is between 138 to 652 pmol/L. How can I lower my B12 level? Is this level a cause for concern? All the other blood levels are normal other than WBC which is at 3.4 and neutrophils ... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. It is essential to know the primary reason for vitamin B12 testing. Was it done due to any complaints that could be related to anemia like fatigue, malaise, or any other symptoms that could be related to thrombotic complications possibly due to the inherited MT... Read Full »
My son has neutropenia. Is it caused by DPT vaccine?
Query: Hi doctor, My son is 15 years old. He got his DTaP vaccine two weeks ago and had CBC 20 days later. All came well except neutrophil count, which came back as 800, and total WBC as 2500. We are going to repeat the test tomorrow. Can the vaccine be the cause of the neutropenia? And if so, how long wil... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Based on your query, my opinion is as follows: I doubt the vaccine could be the cause of neutropenia (neutrophil count less than normal). Though it can take place in some cases like the Influenza virus vaccine, DTP (diphtheria, tetanus, and pertussis) have not been ... Read Full »
My neutrophil count is declining. Please help.
Query: Hi doctor, I recently had my blood tests done for unexplained bruising, mouth sores, muscle pain, and headaches. The neutrophil number came back as low as 1.2. I looked back at my past laboratory results and the neutrophil number has been dropping as follows. First, it was 3.4, then 3.2, 2.9, 2.7, 2... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Based on your query, my opinion is as follows: If the immune system were being affected, then I would like to look at the whole picture of WBC count (white blood cell) and decide. Psoriatic arthritis is a chronic disease and in chronic diseases, the lymphocytes incr... Read Full »
My WBC is low for the past few years. Can this mean multiple myeloma?
Query: Hello doctor, For the past few years during my routine physical my WBC has been low. (2700 to 3700) Neutrophils have run a little low also. No other issues, completely healthy. My dad was diagnosed with multiple myeloma a few years ago but doing well. I have read about some family history with this ... Read Full »
Dr. Goswami Parth Rajendragiri
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. According to the history provided, your main concern is regarding fear of multiple myeloma. In case of a multiple myeloma like malignancy, there is usually the presence of weakness, fatigue and bone pain. In multiple myeloma, osteolytic bone lesions occur and so bone... Read Full »
I have low neutrophils and WBC count. Please help.
Query: Hello doctor, I have low neutrophils and a low white blood cell count (WBC count score of 3.4). However, everything else in my CBC is usually normal; what should I do to ensure that it is not cancer or anything serious?Kindly help.Thank you. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, I read your query and understand your concern. Your CBC (complete blood count) report (attachment removed to protect the patient's identity) shows a minimally low WBC (white blood cell) count and neutrophil count. As the WBC count is low, that is why neutrophils also otherwise, a percentage... Read Full »
Why is my WBC count low even after being on a healthy diet?
Query: Hi doctor, I hope you are well and safe. I did a blood test, but my white blood cells are always a bit low. I feel good as I train and eat healthily, but it has been four years that I have this low cell count between 3.2 and 3.6. Is it anything serious? Thank you in advance. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have reviewed your test results. Other than neutrophil count and folate levels, there is nothing worrisome. Given the fact that you have no symptoms (more specifically fatigue, night sweats, appetite, and weight loss), the low neutrophil count might be either const... Read Full »
Can Paracetamol and Ibuprofen cause neutropenia in children?
Query: Hello doctor, My 10-month-old baby had a viral infection with roseola infantum. It started with fever of 101.3 degrees Fahrenheit and 102.2 degrees Fahrenheit measured rectally on the second day treated with Ibuprofen 3.5 ml and Paracetamol (Panadol) 4 ml administrated after 6 hours (almost three da... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. The low count may be because of the disease process and less likely the Paracetamol or Ibuprofen. Another reason can also be the way the sample was collected (although I am not very sure about it). Do not worry about it if the child is currently fine. However, I would adv... Read Full »
I have a low neutrophil count and am concerned about it being blood cancer. Please help.
Query: Hello doctor, I am a 32-year-old woman who had a cesarean section 2.5 months ago and have been experiencing anxiety issues recently. My general physician requested a blood profile test, and I am concerned about the same. Since the tests were done two weeks prior and now have substantial variations. ... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. I am a hematologist with 20 years of experience, and I have gone through your data, and your laboratory results are not in a critical range. There is no conclusive evidence of leukemia or any other malignancy. It may be a viral infection. I s... Read Full »