Question
A one-year-old infant recently had symptoms of cold and fever, which have disappeared after treatment. However, the blood test shows that the blood count index has reached 22,000, and there are currently no other discomfort symptoms. How should this situation be handled?
Answer
For a child with persistently elevated blood counts, the common cause is infection. It is recommended to undergo a comprehensive medical examination to clearly identify the specific site of infection and provide systematic anti-infection treatment. Abnormal blood counts are usually associated with infection, particularly bacterial infection, so it is suggested to conduct blood culture for further diagnosis. If the white blood cell count is elevated, consider infectious diseases or blood system diseases and provide corresponding treatment based on specific symptoms.