I am 22 years old and have been experiencing chest pain on the left side. I recently had a blood test, and the report shows an elevated WBC count of 12,440 and neutrophils at 77. All other parameters are within the normal range. Could this be a sign of blood cancer, or is it related to some other infection or condition?

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Dr Yusuf Mohammad

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A mildly raised WBC count with high neutrophils usually indicates infection or inflammation, not cancer. At 22 years old, it is more likely to be a minor infection. Still, visit a doctor for chest pain evaluation.

Dr. Yusuf Suggests...

Take a CBC Test (Complete Blood Count) Test or Take a CRP Test (C - Reactive Protein) Test

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Answered 29/08/2025

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