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Does Anyone Know If HS Causes One To Have A High White Blood Cell Count?

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Kamloops, BC
October 26
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I have a very high white blood cell count and have had bloodwork sent to a hematologist twice, also sent to a cancer clinic because it could be a sign of leukaemia, but they could find nothing! I assume it could be high due to fighting the inflammation.

October 26
A myHSteam Member

Yeah when you're fight an infection

October 28
A myHSteam Member

Hidradenitis suppurativa (HS) is an inflammatory disease, and inflammation can sometimes lead to an elevated white blood cell count as the body responds to the inflammation. However, the context provided does not specifically mention HS causing a high white blood cell count. If you have concerns about your white blood cell Show Full Answer

Hidradenitis suppurativa (HS) is an inflammatory disease, and inflammation can sometimes lead to an elevated white blood cell count as the body responds to the inflammation. However, the context provided does not specifically mention HS causing a high white blood cell count. If you have concerns about your white blood cell count, it's best to consult with a healthcare professional.

October 26

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