The illness started on November 6th with extreme diaherra and vomitting, but no fever. This lastest for 3 weeks. We took him to the doctor and they kept telling me it was a virus. Well, the diaherra and vomitting stopped and he now has a high fever of 104 and no energy. We took him back to the doctor and did mono tests, pnemonia X-rays, and urinalysis. They all came back normal, but the doctor says that the white blood cell count is elevated. What does this mean and why can we not control the fever with adult strength tylenol and motrin(per the doctor). We have been in and out of the hospital to rehydrate him through IV's and even followed up with a GI doctor, which said everything looks good to him, but it his diaherra and vomitting got worse to bring him back in. What steps should we take next. The poor child is sick of being sick. We as parents are exhausted from worrying and being up late nights with him. Any nurses or doctors advise would be greatly appreciated. Thanks
2006-12-12 04:35:34 · 10 answers · asked by Christina J 2 in Health ➔ Diseases & Conditions ➔ Infectious Diseases
I just want to give you my support and hope your son be fine..I am so sorry to hear that..
Today, the system is very bad. Some Doctors think they are Gods but they don't like to work..In 2000 I had some symptoms of kidney and Liver, went to Kaiser Permanent where I was member.. Doctors said oh you have nothing, are you trying to get goverment disability.. The point is, I was well employed (high Tech) and making very good money...Conclusion: Today, I have Hepatitis B chronic...I could treat it long ago and be just fine today...
I guess the only way to get some result is to fight and act like craizy....
Good Luck to you and best wish to your son...
2006-12-12 08:53:43 · answer #1 · answered by no ar 4 · 1⤊ 1⤋
An Elevated WBC Might Indicate an Active Infection (Like Mentioned Above), Or Other Things, Might Only Be Elevated Due to Stress, Perhaps From a Fever, See: Demargination. I Wish I Could Be of More Help.
2006-12-12 09:19:38 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
The differential diagnoses of elevated WBC count is very broad and varies with duration and degree of elevation. While it can be suggestive of an infectious illness, there are several other things that can cause such an elevation, some of which are very serious. At a minimum, your child's physician needs to repeat the blood count to determine if there is a trend and, depending upon the findings of the initial and the repeat, other studies may be indicated. This kind of problem really requires a significant amount of attention and thought from the health care provider and you should definitely push until you get an answer.
I've just turned on my email, in case you'd like to contact me via that route. I've a busy day, but could take a few minutes to try to help.
2006-12-12 04:43:53 · answer #3 · answered by jchaddavis 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
elevated wbc's and fever usually indicate an infection of some kind,you need to get a 2nd or even a 3rd opinion ,keep trying until you get an answer.good luck
2006-12-12 04:56:43 · answer #4 · answered by BARB 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
An elevated WBC and temp is most likely an infection, you might want to consider going to see an infectious dsease doctor, they will be able to do more pin point test to find the underling cause
2006-12-12 08:42:35 · answer #5 · answered by mhireangel 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋
i'm sorry to hear about your son. ia have a son the same age. i am not a nurse or dr. but it sounds like maybe you should seek a second opinion. do you have a specialized childrens hospital in your area? i would try there. best of luck to you and to your son.i hope he is well for the holidays.
2006-12-12 04:40:07 · answer #6 · answered by racer 51 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
elevated wbcs is a general indicator of an infection...the differential tells you if its bacterial, viral or whatever..this is very troubling, "if it gets worse???' How about if it goes on??? need to press those people, 3 weeks of illness in a kid is no joke.
2006-12-12 04:38:50 · answer #7 · answered by David B 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The baby's stomach has been attacked:it's weak and irritated.
"start with easily digestible foods, " suggests Dr.Mofenson.
Try cereal,pudding,soda crackers,or both.Avoid high fiber,spicy,acidic,greasy,sugary,or dairy foods that could further irriated the stomach.You should do this for a day or two:then your stomach will be ready to get back to it's routine.
2006-12-12 04:52:20 · answer #8 · answered by SKG R 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Sadly I can offer you nothing but good wishes and hopes that your kid gets better.
2006-12-12 04:41:50 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Take your son to the nearest CHILDREN HOSPITAL. Tell them what you just told us. Don't wait do it now.
2006-12-12 04:49:17 · answer #10 · answered by shelly 4 · 1⤊ 1⤋