- Male
- 80 Years
- 29/01/2025
I'm really worried about my dad. He's got a really high white blood cell count at 22,000. He's around 80 years old and gets really exhausted even with just a little bit of effort. Any idea what's going on or what we should do next?
Answered by 1 Apollo Doctors
A high WBC count can be indicative of various conditions, ranging from infections to more serious diseases like leukemia. The key to managing your father's health right now is thorough medical evaluation, so I strongly recommend discussing these concerns with his primary doctor or specialist to get the right diagnosis and appropriate treatment.
Dr. Ranjith Suggests...
Consult a Haematologist
Answered 04/07/2025
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