Patient's question:
Viral fever test, careful examination results: white blood cells are 3.9. Previous treatment history and effectiveness: intravenous treatment, showing improvement. What kind of assistance is needed: What are the main reasons for the low white blood cells? How should it be checked and treated?...Doctor's answer:
Cell count is (4～10) × 10^9/L, which is commonly said to be 4,000～10,000 per cubic millimeter, with an average of 7,000. If it falls between 4,000～7,000, it is considered normal and does not require treatment; if it is higher than 4,000, it can be diagnosed as leukopenia. However, this does not necessarily mean treatment is needed. For example, if there is only a mild increase or a transient increase, with no significant rise upon reexamination, and no symptoms or discomfort, there is no need to worry or seek treatment.Medical Advice:
Qi and blood deficiency: Shortness of breath, fatigue, dizziness, weakness in limbs, reduced appetite, insomnia, frequent nightmares, or extreme weakness with recurrent fever or other infectious conditions. Tongue is pale with white coating, and pulse is fine and weak.
Other diseases: Tonifying qi and blood.
Herbal formula:
Panax ginseng 30g, Astragalus 30g, Polygonatum 10g, Citrus reticulata 10g, Atractylodes macrocephala 10g, Rehmannia glutinosa 10g, Rehmannia glutinosa (cooked) 10g, Poria 10g, Paeonia lactiflora 10g, Salvia miltiorrhiza 10g, Glycyrrhiza uralensis 6g, Jujube 5 pieces.
Over-the-counter medications: Fengling capsules, Bailing capsules, Supplemental Spirulina.
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