Low white blood cell count, low lymphocyte count
Feb 26, 2023
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Zhang Heyang
Introduction
In general, low white blood cell count and low lymphocyte count may be related to environmental factors, influenza, aplastic anemia, systemic lupus erythematosus, leukemia, and other conditions. Appropriate treatment based on the underlying cause is required. In summary, there are many possible causes of low white blood cell and low lymphocyte counts. If test results show abnormalities, patients should cooperate with their doctors to undergo further evaluation and treatment.
Generally, low white blood cell count and low lymphocyte count may be associated with environmental factors, influenza, aplastic anemia, systemic lupus erythematosus, leukemia, and other conditions. Symptomatic treatment is required, and the specific analysis is as follows:
1. Environmental factors
When the body is affected by environmental factors, the number of white blood cells and lymphocytes may change, resulting in low white blood cell and lymphocyte counts. Usually, no special treatment is needed. Patients are advised to rest adequately, avoid staying up late, and consume more protein-rich foods such as milk and eggs, which can help enhance physical immunity.
2. Influenza
Influenza is an acute respiratory infectious disease caused by the influenza virus. Patients may experience symptoms such as high fever, fatigue, headache, cough, and generalized muscle pain. It can also lead to decreased white blood cell and lymphocyte counts. Patients should follow medical advice to take antiviral medications such as oseltamivir phosphate capsules or amantadine hydrochloride tablets for treatment.
3. Aplastic anemia
Aplastic anemia may result from gene mutations, infections, or exposure to chemical substances. It can cause symptoms such as dizziness, chest tightness, shortness of breath, pallor, and general weakness. It may even lead to low white blood cell and lymphocyte counts. Treatment should be conducted under medical guidance using medications such as cyclosporine soft capsules and etamsylate injection.
4. Systemic lupus erythematosus
Systemic lupus erythematosus is an autoimmune disease. Clinically, it mainly presents with symptoms such as fever, fatigue, exhaustion, and weight loss, and can also cause low white blood cell and lymphocyte counts. Patients should follow medical advice to use medications such as hydroxychloroquine sulfate tablets and azathioprine tablets. Additionally, patients should protect themselves from sunlight and avoid direct sun exposure to prevent worsening of the condition.
5. Leukemia
Leukemia is a malignant clonal disease of hematopoietic stem cells. Main symptoms include bleeding, infection, anemia, and tenderness over the sternum. It can also lead to reduced white blood cell and lymphocyte counts. Patients should follow medical instructions to use medications such as imatinib mesylate tablets or nilotinib capsules for treatment.
In summary, there are many possible causes of low white blood cell and lymphocyte counts. If test results show abnormalities, patients should cooperate with their doctors to undergo further evaluation and treatment.
