Patient's question:
What is the reason for the low white blood cell count in a newborn with purulent meningitis when everything else is normal? I mean, my child has purulent meningitis, and everything else is normal except for the low white blood cell count. What is going on? Why is my child like this?Doctor's answer:
White blood cells have again shown a low count, which is a relatively dangerous situation. It is recommended that the patient undergo a systematic and thorough examination to prevent the recurrence of sepsis. If the patient is confirmed to have sepsis, early diagnosis and treatment are necessary. If the patient does not have sepsis, treatment can be focused solely on purulent meningitis, typically using antimicrobial drugs.