What is the rarest blood type?

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AB negative

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Answered 04/07/2025

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I've recently got my blood test results back, and they show a WBC count of 115,000 and a lower lymphocyte count. I've been having constant issues like fever, coughing, and breathing troubles, and occasionally I get stomach issues too. I'm really worriedis this something I should be concerned about, and what do you think might be causing these symptoms?

-It sounds like your body is fighting an infection, as a high WBC count often indicates that. The decreased lymphocytes could suggest a viral or chronic infection. Given your symptoms of fever, cough, and breathing issues, it's important to follow up with

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I'm dealing with a really low hemoglobin level, it's currently at 4. I'm quite concerned about this and unsure what to do next. I don't have any other health issues though. Can you suggest what steps I should take?

Visit your Physician for evaluation and appropriate management

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My ESR is 23is that normal for my age? Also, my WBC count is 10,300, and I'm 20 years old. Could you tell me if that's something to be concerned about?

it might be due to infection

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