Patient's question:
Six days ago, I had a high fever of 39 degrees and went to the hospital for treatment. The urine test showed high C-reactive protein, while other results were normal. The doctor said it was a sore throat and I received intravenous fluids for two days. Later, the fever subsided. On the third day, I had a blood test, which showed white blood cells at 3.22 (reference range: 4-10), neutrophil percentage at 29.1 (reference range: 50-70), lymphocyte percentage at 57.8 (reference range: 20-40), and neutrophil count at 0.94 (reference range: 3-6). This was the second urine test, and the doctor said the low neutrophil count might be due to the intravenous fluids, which interfered with the blood values during the inflammation. They then prescribed azithromycin, which I took for three days. Today, another blood test showed white blood cells at 3.86 (reference range: 4-10), neutrophil percentage at 15.6 (reference range: 50-70), lymphocyte percentage at 71.2 (reference range: 20-40), and neutrophil count at 0.6 (reference range: 3-6). The hospital doctor also told me that the white blood cell count had increased and advised me to bring the baby back for another blood test in a week.Previous Treatment and Effects:
I received intravenous fluids at the hospital and the doctor prescribed some lung-cleansing and fever-reducing medications. After reviewing the report today, I asked if there are any specific medications or foods I should avoid. The doctor prescribed more lung-cleansing medication and said the baby should focus on digestion and nutrition.
What Assistance is Needed:
Could you please help me understand what harm the extremely low neutrophil percentage and high lymphocyte percentage might cause to the baby? What methods can help? Besides the baby's diet, what else can be done to support her? Thank you all! Urgent!
Doctor's answer:
Neutrophils are lower than normal, lymphocytes are lower than normal, suggesting a viral infection. Clinical symptoms should be considered to determine antiviral treatment. It is recommended that you re-examine your blood routine and consult a doctor to decide on antiviral medication. Pay attention to preventing colds. Wishing you good health. The above suggestions are for the question "Baby's neutrophils are reduced and lymphocytes are elevated," hoping it helps you. Wishing you good health!