Can You Tell From These Labs Do They Indicate Any

Posted on Tue, 10 Nov 2020

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Question : Can you tell from these labs do they indicate any type of systemic illness in an 83 year old man who continues to have a recurring skin rash waxing and waning?

Answered by Dr. Dr.Dorina Gurabardhi (2 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Kindly more information is needed.

Detailed Answer:
Hello dear,
I already reviewed the attached reports.
The reports indicate high level of white blood cells, which are usually related to an infection.
I would like to have more information to help through the diagnosis.
-Does he have a fever?
-Does he have other medical conditions and is he taking any medications currently?
I will be waiting for your response to help you better.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Kind regards!

Dr.Dorina Gurabardhi
General &Family Physician

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Vaishalee Punj

Follow up: Dr. Dr.Dorina Gurabardhi (3 hours later)

medication at the time of these labs was Tenoretic 100/25 mg only which caused hyponatremia. no fever and only known medical condition is hypertension.

Answered by Dr. Dr.Dorina Gurabardhi (9 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Probably elderly eczema, follow the advice below.

Detailed Answer:
Hi again dear,

The result of the reports doesn't seem to be related to a systemic illness.
The symptoms seem to be related to eczema, which is very common in elderly people.
I recommend to use an antihistamine such as Cetirizine 10 mg daily in the evening.
I also suggest to use a mild steroid cream for local application such as Hydrocortisone cream.
The symptoms will relieve gradually.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Kind regards!

Dr.Dorina Gurabardhi
General &Family Physician

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Raju A.T