Sign-in to Ask A Doctor - 24x7
OR
Sign in with Google
What Does My Blood Test Report Indicate?
Question: I HAD BLOOD WORK DONE AND MY WHITE BLOOD CELL COUNT WAS AT 16000, BUT I ALSO HAVE AN INFECTION I GET BOILS BETWEEN MY INNER THIGHS FOR MONTHS MY DOCTOR WANTS ME TO GO SEE A HEMATOLOGIST, SHOULD I BE WORRIED
Brief Answer:
normally rises with infection
Detailed Answer:
HI, thanks for using healthcare magic
An infection would cause an increase in the white cell count. This is a normal response, it goes up in the presence of infection or inflammation.
If you are currently fighting an infection the WBC is not a true reflection of your normal status.
It would be good if it could be repeated when your infection has resolved to see what the value is when you are well.
Boils can sometimes arise between the thighs because of friction and increased moisture in the area.
In addition to antibiotic use, it would be important to reduce these factors if they are present by using barrier protection and keeping the surfaces separated.
Cool , non restrictive clothing would be helpful.
Some barrier creams are triple paste or XXXXXXX go. These also contain other agents that may be helpful.
Summary: (1) WBC goes up in any infection, would not be true reflection
Should have repeat when your infection has resolved to get an idea of value in the absence of any infectious source
(2)if your infection has resolved and the value is still high, then you should see a hematologist
I hope this helps, feel free to ask any other questions
normally rises with infection
Detailed Answer:
HI, thanks for using healthcare magic
An infection would cause an increase in the white cell count. This is a normal response, it goes up in the presence of infection or inflammation.
If you are currently fighting an infection the WBC is not a true reflection of your normal status.
It would be good if it could be repeated when your infection has resolved to see what the value is when you are well.
Boils can sometimes arise between the thighs because of friction and increased moisture in the area.
In addition to antibiotic use, it would be important to reduce these factors if they are present by using barrier protection and keeping the surfaces separated.
Cool , non restrictive clothing would be helpful.
Some barrier creams are triple paste or XXXXXXX go. These also contain other agents that may be helpful.
Summary: (1) WBC goes up in any infection, would not be true reflection
Should have repeat when your infection has resolved to get an idea of value in the absence of any infectious source
(2)if your infection has resolved and the value is still high, then you should see a hematologist
I hope this helps, feel free to ask any other questions
Note: Do you have more questions on diagnosis or treatment of blood disorders? Ask An Expert/ Specialist Now
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
Answered by
Get personalised answers from verified doctor in minutes across 80+ specialties
