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My WBC level and ANC are low. Could it be due to the gastric issues I have?
Query: Hello doctor, I recently got my blood test done, and the reports showed neutrophils were 0.4 neutrophils/mcL, and WBC were 3000 WBC/mL. My doctor suggested a repeat of the blood tests within three days and also asked me to get tested for a number of inflammatory diseases like celiac disease. My blo... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. Apart from the low WBC (white blood cell) count, low neutrophils, and high LDL (low-density lipoprotein) levels, you do not have any other abnormalities. The common causes of leukopenia (low WBC count) are: 1. Decreased production i... Read Full »
I have a low WBC count and a burning sensation in my limbs. Is this due to cell phone radiation?
Query: Hello doctor, I have unexplained bruises on my legs, huge fibroids, and a burning sensation in my limbs that wakes me up each night. I have a WBC count of 3500 WBC per microliter and 3.96 cells/mcL RBCs. In addition, for the past few months, I have been experiencing a burning sensation in my hands w... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Thank you for your query. I understand your concern. Your WBC (white blood cell) count is not a cause for concern as it is only slightly low. I do not think radiation from your phone is responsible for the burning sensation in your hands and feet. Burning sensation ... Read Full »
I have high WBC and neutrophils with no infections. Why?
Query: Hello doctor, My reports show chronically high WBC above 15 and neutrophils above 10 recent CRP of 8.8. No infection can be found, but I was treated with two rounds of antibiotics- Amoxicillin and Clarithromycin. I repeated CBC, and the numbers were higher. My doctor said maybe this was going to be ... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and understand your concern. Your elevated WBC count and increased percentage of neutrophils are suggestive of an acute bacterial infection or some other acute inflammatory process. Your history of abdominal pain, nausea, and unintended weight los... Read Full »