Sign-in to Ask A Doctor - 24x7
OR
Sign in with GoogleGet your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
High Levels Of White Blood Cells In 31weeks Pregnant
I have been in n out of hospital for last ten days as i am 31weeks pregnant and my blood is showing really high levels of white blood cells. i have bn treated for infection and theyre still high. why do they worry though?
Fri, 3 Dec 2010
Hi.. Welcome to healthcare magic community forum..
You could have mentioned how high is the WBC counts.
Mild to moderate elevation are indicate of an inflammation probably secondary to infection. Presence of active infection can affect pregnancy.
Hence, if no active symptoms of infection are seen, you will have to repeat blood counts again.
If they are persisting to be high, evaluations with antibiotics may be necessary..
You could have mentioned how high is the WBC counts.
Mild to moderate elevation are indicate of an inflammation probably secondary to infection. Presence of active infection can affect pregnancy.
Hence, if no active symptoms of infection are seen, you will have to repeat blood counts again.
If they are persisting to be high, evaluations with antibiotics may be necessary..
I find this answer helpful
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer.
For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service
[Sample answer]
Related questions you may be interested in
Recent questions on HIV
Loading Online Doctors....