WBC is 2.91. What can I do about this?

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I am schedule to have a BA and a rhinoplasty on May 1 but my WBC is 2.91 which is considered low. So now i have to redo and if it is still low i have to seek hematologist. I want to know what else can i do to make it normal. Maybe poor dieting and stress is cause it because i have check for cancer and other viruses or diseases and am okay in those areas.

Gary Lawton, MD, FACS · Answer

Based on this low WBC you should need to have hematology clearance prior to any elective surgical procedure.

Anthony Deboni, MD · Answer

I think that your plastic surgeons plan is good one.  If the values remain low, a hematologic work up is indicated. There is likely nothing specific that you can do to make the value normal.

Tom J. Pousti, MD · Answer

I'm sorry to hear about the abnormal lab finding;  this must be stressful as you plan your procedures. I think that you and your plastic surgeon have a good plan;  determining the cause of the low white blood count will be important. Sorry that I do not have any specific recommendations as to what "you can do to make it normal" (much will depend on the cause of the leukopenia). Best wishes.

Ravinder Jarial, DO · Answer

Greetings. It would best to repeat the test and if it remains low, then proceed with the hematology consultation. Best Wishes

Darryl J. Blinski, MD · Answer

Repeat WBC count ASAP if over 3.5 I see no risk. But if below 3.0 you need a complete heme. workup. At least in my practice would requiters...

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