Question
My baby was two and a half months old when the doctor said her blood count was slightly elevated, but there were no symptoms. At three and a half months, the blood count was still slightly elevated. I want to know what could be causing the high blood count in my baby?
Answer
Firstly, anti-inflammatory treatment should be considered. The blood count level in a six-month-old baby is typically higher than that of an adult, with a higher lymphocyte ratio and a lower neutrophil ratio. Treatment may not be necessary; it is recommended to clarify specific values to determine if there is an infection present. High blood count is generally a sign of inflammation, but extremely high levels could also indicate leukemia. Common infections include respiratory, gastrointestinal, and urinary tract infections, and it could also be a case of multiple infections.