HealthCareMagic is now Ask A Doctor - 24x7 | https://www.askadoctor24x7.com

Get your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
159 Doctors Online

By proceeding, I accept the Terms and Conditions

Dr. Andrew Rynne
MD
Dr. Andrew Rynne

Family Physician

Exp 50 years

HCM Blog Instant Access to Doctors
HCM BlogQuestions Answered
HCM Blog Satisfaction

What Causes Elevated WBC Count In Case Of COPD?

Blood work was drawn this past week to check my kidney function before the decision to increase my Lasix would be made. I just got the call from the nurse who said my Kidney function tests came back normal, and that they were raising my dosage on the Lasix; however, my WBC and Neutrophils were elevated again and I was asked if I felt sick or not and to make an appointment, which I did. In the meantime, I had an appointment with my ENT doctor this morning for another matter, and she had stated there was no infection present, thus she didn't feel the need for antibiotics.

So when I got this phone call stating my WBC and Neutrophils were raised again, I started thinking, why would they keep going up and down like a roller coaster if I am not displaying "illness" symptoms other than ongoing fatigue and low-grade temps... Would this have anything to do with the COPD that I was just recently diagnosed with? I'm trying to figure out what I should be asking for the appointment I just made for tomorrow, and if I should be concerned about this, since it seems to be a chronic issue of elevation in these areas.

Thanks
Fri, 8 Dec 2017
Report Abuse
Pulmonologist 's  Response
Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic.
I can understand your concern.
COPD patients are at risk of lung infection.
Symptoms of COPD and lung infection are almost similar.
So in my opinion, for your raised WBC count and neutrophils, you should definitely consult pulmonologist and get chest x ray to rule out lung infection.
You should also start azithromycin tablet (broad spectrum antibiotic) for 5 days because it is best for lung infection in COPD.
Don't worry, you will be alright with all these.
Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wish you good health. Thanks.
I find this answer helpful
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer. For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service [Sample answer]
Share on
 

Related questions you may be interested in


Recent questions on Furosemide


Loading Online Doctors....
What Causes Elevated WBC Count In Case Of COPD?

Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic. I can understand your concern. COPD patients are at risk of lung infection. Symptoms of COPD and lung infection are almost similar. So in my opinion, for your raised WBC count and neutrophils, you should definitely consult pulmonologist and get chest x ray to rule out lung infection. You should also start azithromycin tablet (broad spectrum antibiotic) for 5 days because it is best for lung infection in COPD. Don t worry, you will be alright with all these. Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wish you good health. Thanks.