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Question

I have been told that Stress and anxiety and raise your white count and
wanted to know if any of you have notice that is your visits to the
Dr's . My White Count has been elavated but only slightly but has been
like that off and on but more so on most of the time. It is suppose to
be around 4000 to 10000 and mind has been on the high side around
10,900 to 11,900 and once 13,500 but only once on that but mainly
around those other 2 ranges 10,900 to 11,900. Also can any of out meds
cause your white count to raise like that.?

Any information would be great.

thanks

I am being treated for OCD, HYPERCONDRIASIS, GAD

Answer 1

An elevated white count is generally a sign of an infection somewhere in the body. But the numbers you have given here appear to be normal to me. Anything in the 12,000 range is average. Medicines and stress can raise your blood sugars and blood pressure, but I've never heard of the white count being high except during an infectious process, since the white cells are infection fighters. I really don't think yours is that high, but if you want reassurance, see your doctor.

Answer 2

Increase white blood cell count is a reaction to an infection as our body defends itself from bacteria/ virus etc. Stress can lower your immune system. Yes some medications can increase your counts. You need to ask your doctor and discuss your concerns with him.