My last few routine blood tests have shown my white blood cell count has been decreasing. The count is below normal and my doctor and I have no idea why. I am anemic, and this time it is not from low iron. Everything else tests perfectly. My blood tests are normally very boring, other than sometimes low iron. My ferratin (stored iron) tends to be just fine, however.
I asked if there is anything I can do to improve the count, and was told no. If it isn't back up to normal in three months, I have to have bone marrow tests done. He looked concerned, but told me not to worry.
Before I left on my road trip, I had too many books in my bag for my classes. I ended up with a pulled muscle in my back. I will be on Flexeril, a muscle relaxant, for two weeks. I will be sleeping with ice packs too much to remember that I have a low WBC.
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I sure hope nothing is serious here. Connie (indigosunmoon) is an nurse and she knows a lot so feel free to ask her about all this.
Suzy, I will pray for you and that there is nothing really to worry about. BTW, thanks for all your support in my quitting smoking. All your kinds words have helped me.
Take care,
Anita
Try not to worry until they tell you to worry honey.
I know thats easy for me to say, but at least try.
Crossing my fingers and toes that everything
turns out ok for you!
Love ya,
Connie
oh my, I hope everything is ok, Suz! Keep us posted. (((hugs))) Albert
Flexeril makes me very depressed. Watch out for that side effect. Exercise, especially tai chi, improves white cell counts....wish you were close and we could do the Form together...
Sorry to hear you are not feeling up to par. Have you checked on the internet for more info? As Anita said, Connie is a nurse, and having a professional opinion helps.
Best wishes,
Debi
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