Question
The other day, there were many flu patients in the hospital. The doctor quickly checked and said it was a bacterial infection. Since the family just bought a new bed, the child’s hemoglobin levels were on the edge, so the grandmother was worried about the risk of leukemia or other malignant diseases. Please ask a pediatrician or relevant doctor to take a look. Thank you.
Answer
The child is four years old. A detailed blood routine examination shows a significant decrease in neutrophils and an elevated C-reactive protein. It is evident that this is a bacterial infection. The hemoglobin levels are within the normal range, so it is not leukemia. Anti-infection treatment is sufficient. Leukemia would cause a decrease in all cell counts. Therefore, there are no other concerns for the child. I hope this advice on this issue is helpful to you, and wish you good health!