Patient's question:
The baby was found with swelling in the thigh that couldn't be lifted two days ago, accompanied by local fever. Yesterday afternoon, a purple mark the size of a fingernail appeared on the knee. The baby's thigh was swollen two days ago and couldn't be lifted, with local fever. Yesterday afternoon, swelling also began on the knee, turning purple with a mark the size of a fingernail.Treatment history and effectiveness: X-rays showed no issues with the bones, and the current medication of Amoxicillin granules seems to be ineffective.
Blood tests taken yesterday morning showed:
- Hemoglobin count: 10.29 (normal)
- Red blood cell count: 3.45 (normal)
- Hemoglobin concentration: 95 (normal)
- Platelet count: 427 (normal)
Are these test results normal?
Doctor's answer:
Your child suddenly has swelling in the groin area and cannot lift it. First, check if it is inguinal lymphadenitis. From your blood test results, your platelet count is high. The second possibility is dehydration or a severe infection. You also need to send over the classification of your white blood cells, the percentage of neutrophils, and the percentage of lymphocytes. The blood test results you provided are incomplete. It's difficult to explain your condition.