
What should be done if the absolute neutrophil count is low?
Disease description:
I had a slight cold these days, and then went to the hospital for a checkup yesterday. The results showed that my absolute neutrophil count was low. What should I do about my low absolute neutrophil count?

When the absolute neutrophil count is low, the following measures can be taken:
1. Balanced diet: Increase intake of foods rich in protein, vitamins, and minerals, such as lean meat, eggs, legumes, vegetables, and fruits, to improve nutritional status.
2. Appropriate exercise: Engage in suitable aerobic activities, such as jogging or yoga, to enhance immune function.
3. Medication: Depending on the underlying cause, bacterial infections may be treated with antibiotics such as ampicillin capsules or cefaclor granules, while viral infections require antiviral therapy.
4. Lifestyle management: Maintain good personal hygiene to avoid infection; for specific conditions such as systemic lupus erythematosus, maintain a positive mental outlook and adhere to scheduled treatments.
5. Regular monitoring: Periodically repeat complete blood counts to monitor changes in the absolute neutrophil count, and perform further investigations and treatment when necessary.