What Does Increased WBC And Neutrophil Count Indicate?

Posted on Sat, 28 Jun 2014

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Question : wbc 12.25
absolute neut 7.9
absolute mono 0.9
calcium10.4
low energy nausea hair loss heart palpitations legs and arms ache
just do not feel well

Answered by Dr. Dr.Raju.A.T (8 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Infection

Detailed Answer:
Hi,

Thanks for your query.

Increased WBC and neutrophil count indicate presence of bacterial infection somewhere in the body which is the cause for palpitations, lethargy and body pains.

You may have to get your self examined by your treating doctor to locate the site of infection and determine the bacterial agent involved. Placing you on specific antibiotic will surely cure the infection and provide you relief.

Hope, I answered your query.

Wish you good health.

Regards,

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar

Follow up: Dr. Dr.Raju.A.T (21 hours later)

I've also had elevated calcium levels and low D3 ......
on labs for several years....
Why is this?

Answered by Dr. Dr.Raju.A.T (4 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Need to be corrected

Detailed Answer:
Hi,

Thanks for writing back.

You may not be getting exposed to the sunlight more during the mornings. It is very essential for maintaining Vit D and calcium levels in the body.

Do take Vit d3 and calcium supplements for a minimum period of 8 weeks. The deficiency can cause many troublesome health problems.

Regards,

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar