I'm worried because my wife's white blood cell count is really high, around 13,400. Could you take a look at the report and let us know what you think? We're unsure what this means and if it's something we should be concerned about.

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Dr Dr Khaleel Ur Rahim

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A white blood cell (WBC) count of 13,400 is higher than the normal range of 4,500-11,000, indicating a possible infection, inflammation, or immune response

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Answered 04/07/2025

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My arm's been hurting since I got blood drawn three times for some tests on January 25th. There's a bit of redness on my skin too. It seemed to be getting better, but I played squash today, and now the pain's back. Can you suggest what I should do?

It seems like your arm might be experiencing irritation or inflammation from the multiple blood draws. I recommend applying a cold compress to reduce swelling and taking over-the-counter pain relief, such as ibuprofen, to alleviate discomfort. If the redness or pain worsens, or if you notice swelling, it would be best to consult your doctor for further evaluation.

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I've been dealing with a vitamin B12 deficiency for a couple of months and started getting B12 injections weekly for six weeks. I just got my levels checked again, and now they're over 2000. Is this normal, or should I be worried? Also, I have some other blood work results like hemoglobin at 15, platelets at 346, and WBC at 7800. I'm curious if these are all interconnected somehow. What's going on with my blood tests?

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