Patient's question:
A nine-month-old baby with a fever had a urinalysis, with a white blood cell count of 3.76, absolute neutrophil count of 1, and neutrophil percentage of 26.6. The doctor said to retest in a week. I want to ask what could be the reason for these low indicators and why a retest is necessary?Doctor's answer:
A child reappearing with a fever could be due to an upper respiratory infection caused by catching a cold, which may lead to a decrease in neutrophils (a type of white blood cell). This could also be a result of a viral infection. It is recommended to check the C-reactive protein (CRP) level. If necessary, antiviral medication should be administered. Drink plenty of water, pay attention to keeping warm, and conduct regular blood tests.The above advice is for the question "My 9-month-old baby has a fever. I want to ask what the reasons are for these low indicators?" I hope it helps you. Wishing you good health!