What causes a low absolute eosinophil count?
Sep 13, 2023
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Guo Xiheng
Introduction
In general, a low absolute eosinophil count may be associated with factors such as excessive fatigue, exposure to cold, allergies, viral infections, or increased levels of corticosteroids. Patients are advised to follow medical instructions for symptomatic treatment. Additionally, it may also be related to major surgery or severe burns. It is recommended that patients seek timely medical attention when experiencing discomfort and receive standardized treatment under the guidance of a physician, which can help promote recovery.
Under normal circumstances, a low absolute eosinophil count may be associated with factors such as excessive fatigue, exposure to cold, allergies, viral infections, or increased levels of corticosteroids. Patients are advised to follow medical instructions for symptomatic treatment. Specific details are as follows:
1. Excessive Fatigue
Excessive fatigue can disrupt the body's endocrine function, slow down metabolism, and weaken cellular activity, leading to a reduced eosinophil count. In most cases, no special treatment is required. After eliminating the abnormal condition, blood tests conducted as directed by a physician usually show normalization of values.
2. Exposure to Cold
If a patient is exposed to cold, it may trigger typhoid fever, causing symptoms such as coughing and fever. At this time, due to weakened immunity, the number of eosinophils may decrease. Medications such as azithromycin capsules and Ganmao Qingre Granules should be taken according to medical advice.
3. Allergy
Allergy refers to an overactive immune response triggered when the body is exposed to certain substances. Symptoms may include skin rashes, red eyes, runny nose, and sneezing, and in some cases, a low absolute eosinophil count may also occur. It is recommended to promptly take antiallergic medications such as cetirizine hydrochloride tablets or loratadine tablets under medical guidance.
4. Viral Infection
A low percentage of eosinophils is commonly caused by viral infections. Particularly after severe infections, the absolute eosinophil count may drop significantly, even reaching zero. Patients may be prescribed medications such as entecavir dispersible tablets or tenofovir amibufenamide tablets according to medical instructions.
5. Increased Corticosteroid Levels
If a patient has high levels of glucocorticoids in the body or frequently uses glucocorticoid medications, the number of eosinophils may decrease, resulting in a low eosinophil count. Treatment may include medications such as levofloxacin hydrochloride capsules or ciprofloxacin capsules, as directed by a physician.
In addition, a low eosinophil count may also be related to major surgery, severe burns, and other factors. It is recommended that patients seek timely medical attention when experiencing discomfort and receive standardized treatment under a doctor’s guidance to promote recovery.
