Question

Apart from having had a cold and diarrhea, the baby has been in good health. However, the white blood cell count has been persistently high. Should this be a cause for concern? If treatment is necessary, how should it be carried out?

Answer

Hello, the main symptoms of leukemia include fever, progressive anemia, and thrombocytopenia. Typically, in addition to the significant increase in white blood cells, there will also be a decrease in red blood cells and hemoglobin, as well as a decrease in platelet count. The peripheral blood will show unclear white blood cell classification and the presence of immature cells. Currently, your baby’s blood test results have not stabilized. An elevated white blood cell count is usually an indicator of inflammation and may be caused by infection. If the white blood cell count remains persistently high, it is important to be aware that the infection may not be completely controlled. It is recommended to undergo a re-examination; if it remains high, further anti-infection treatment should be continued. Additionally, white blood cell counts can be affected not only by disease factors but also by physiological factors such as after meals, intense exercise, colds, pain, and fear, all of which can lead to an increase in white blood cell counts.