Patient's question:
My baby has been experiencing diarrhea since two days ago, especially at night. Whenever he drinks a little warm water, he gets diarrhea. My husband and I are quite worried, so we took him to the hospital for a check-up. The results showed his white blood cell count was 14.6. The doctor said this was a bit high, and we are now very anxious, not knowing if something is wrong with his body.What kind of help do you need: What should we do if a 6-month-old baby has a high white blood cell count?
Doctor's answer:
The high white blood cell count in your baby indicates inflammation in the body. The normal range for young children is usually below 12. If your baby has recently experienced nausea and vomiting, it could suggest intestinal inflammation, and you may need to take some anti-inflammatory medication. However, if the nausea and vomiting are not severe, medication may not be necessary. Don't be too anxious—this condition is temporary and will improve quickly. The above advice is for the question "What should I do if my 6-month-old baby has a high white blood cell count?" I hope it helps you. Wishing you good health!