G'day,
It is possible that it is just an infection, in fact it is probable that is
the problem. However, there is a possibility that it could be a form of
leukaemia. I think the best thing (however hard) is to wait for the results
of the next test. In all forms of leukaemia it is important to get the
diagnosis and the exact type right before treatment is begun. The wait for
test results does not usually affect the outcomes.
There is a web site with some very good information on leukaemia which is
easily understood. It is www.leukaemia-research.org.uk
Good luck with those test results, we pray that you have nothing to worry
about.
Your friend,
Mam
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> From: Danny R. Hamil <lbhamils@bellsouth.net>
> To: mol-cancer@lists.meds.com
> Subject: [MOL] high white blood count
> Date: Friday, 4 January 1980 17:36
>
> Hi,
> My 8 year old son had been sick recently with a stomach virus and
> it has lingered. I took him in to the doctor for blood work and
> it was discovered that his white blood count was 27,700. Not knowing
> what was the matter the doctor prescribed ceftin for any infection
> that he could possible have. We go back on Nov. 2, 1998 for more blood
> test to see if the white count has come down. In researching this
> only a bacterial virus or leukemia is the cause for a rise in the
> white blood count. Is this high enough to be concerned about leukemia?
> Thank you for an answer.
> Beverly Hamil
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