Question
Is it normal for a 7-month-old child’s white blood cell count to be at 20,000? After the child had a fever and was given medication to reduce it, they developed a cough the next day. A chest X-ray revealed bronchitis, and the child received two days of intravenous treatment. On the third day, the doctor recommended a routine blood test, which showed that the white blood cell count exceeded 20,000, with the middle cell count being elevated. The child is currently in hospital treatment. Is the child’s condition serious? Are there any good methods to lower the white blood cell count to normal levels?
Answer
A high white blood cell count in a child may be indicative of a bacterial infection related to bronchitis. It is recommended to continue intravenous treatment for a few more days and ensure the child drinks plenty of water; the illness will gradually improve. Wishing for a speedy recovery.