How is leukocytosis treated?
Disease description:
I have had a slight fever and felt weak all over for the past two days. After visiting the hospital, I was diagnosed with leukocytosis (increased white blood cell count). Could you please advise on the treatment options for leukocytosis?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Liu Feng
The treatment methods for leukocytosis are mainly divided into the following categories:
1. Anti-infective therapy: If leukocytosis is caused by an infectious disease, such as bacterial or viral infection, anti-infective treatment should be administered, including the use of antibiotics or antiviral medications.
2. Immunosuppressive therapy: If leukocytosis is caused by a rejection reaction or immune-related disease, immunosuppressive agents, such as glucocorticoids, may be used.
3. Receptor antagonist therapy: For adverse reactions caused by leukocytosis, such as tachycardia or excessive gastric acid secretion, H2 receptor antagonists, such as ranitidine, may be administered.
4. Etiological treatment: The exact cause of leukocytosis, such as hematologic disorders or rheumatologic and autoimmune diseases, should be identified and treated accordingly.
During treatment, appropriate methods should be selected based on the patient's condition and the physician's recommendations, with regular follow-up tests to monitor therapeutic response and overall health status.
