Can I have surgery with an elevated WBC?

October 17, 2018
Asked By:gacarter1 in Chattanooga, TN

I am 38 with Type II DM. My lab work shows my WBC as elevated for the past few months. My doctor doesn't seem concerned. My HgbA1c is well controlled. I want to get a mommy makeover but I am worried about being refused for my lab work.

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