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What does high white cell count indicate?
Question
I am a 33 years old woman who had flu with high temperature 104 degree F ten days back and was prescribed Azithral A 250 and Sumocold. Later it led to bronchitis and I was asked to take Zincocet A, Eofil Forte and Ivepred. But I still feel weakness. I have undergone complete blood count (CBC) test, which showed high level of leucocytes (10,600) and Seg. Neutron - 71%; ESR rate was 40 mms at the end of 1 hour. What does it indicate? Can I take some supplements to cure my weakness?
Expert Answer
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Dr Monica MahajanAug 31, 2009
Associate Director,
Internal Medicine,
Max Hospital, New Delhi
Internal Medicine,
Max Hospital, New Delhi
The mild leukocytosis or increase in white blood cell count, high ESR and neutrophil count indicate the probability of a bacterial infection. You have received antibiotics for the same. However, steroid (Ivepred) can also cause a mild increase in blood counts.
Take plenty of fluids and small frequent meals including fruits. You can take a vitamin supplement.
Take plenty of fluids and small frequent meals including fruits. You can take a vitamin supplement.