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Female | 23

Why is my PCT level high in blood test?

I had my blood test and the report is normal just my PCT level is shown high can I know more about it

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Answered on 25th Nov '24

PCT is short for procalcitonin which is a chemical our body makes when it is fighting infections. Increased PCT can signify an ongoing infection in the body. Your body might be having symptoms of fever such as chills or even an uncomfortable feeling all over. Consult a hematologist to know the cause and infection.

 

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Questions & Answers on "Hematology" (193)

I have WBC 4.53 out of 5-10 normal range. My Neutrophils NEU % 43.3 with normal range 50-62 and lymphoctes lym% 49.2 with normal range 25-40. What does this mean? I used 2 weeks antibiotics for my UTI but this was 3 months ago

Female | 24

Your most recent blood test results show that your leukocyte count and various kinds of cells are slightly outside the range of normal. This might suggest that your body is still in the process of recovering from the urinary tract infection you had three months ago. The antibiotics you have been taking could influence these numbers, too. Ensure you drink enough water, consume a healthy diet, and observe any new symptoms that may arise.

Answered on 11th Oct '24

Dr. Babita Goel

Dr. Babita Goel

I am a 26-year-old female. I have night sweats weight loss over 50 pounds hair thinning all lymph nodes have lumps and currently finding new ones. No pain in them. Double vision, headaches, constipation and diarrhea positive mono nucleus test but negative for mono, bruising and legs, bruising, and ribs, stomach and abdominal pain.

Female | 26

According to the symptoms, there may be an underlying serious illness. You should seek medical attention immediately for a correct diagnosis and treatment plan. They can mean different things such as infections, autoimmune diseases, and cancers. Do'nt wait any longer before visiting a doctor because these signs need urgent care. Your healthcare provider will do more tests to find out what is wrong with you and give you the right medication.

Answered on 28th May '24

Dr. Babita Goel

Dr. Babita Goel

Accuracy of 4th generation hiv test after how many days of exposure,

Male | 21

A 4th generation test is often correct after 4 weeks of exposure to HIV. These include flu-like symptoms like fever and fatigue, whereas some people may have no symptoms. If you're concerned about your HIV status, you should get a test. The test can calm your mind. It is a good idea always to stay safe and get checked.

Answered on 27th Nov '24

Dr. Babita Goel

Dr. Babita Goel

My hemoglobin report 8.2 and my esr 125

Male | 37

According to your test results, your hemoglobin level is low, which can cause symptoms like feeling tired and weak. The high ESR number could mean that your body is inflamed. From simple ones, such as anemia, to complex ones, such as infection-are sorts of them. If you want to take your hemoglobin to the right levels, you may have to take in more iron-rich foods by way of diet. Plus, do not forget that the root cause of inflammation is there and lower your ESR count. To improve your hemoglobin, you may need to eat more iron-rich foods, and addressing the underlying cause of inflammation can help lower your ESR level.

Answered on 14th June '24

Dr. Babita Goel

Dr. Babita Goel

My RbcCount-5. 8 10^12/l hai hgb cocentration-11. 6g/dl hai hct count-33. 5℅ hai mcv count-57. 9fl hai mch count-20. 0 pg rdw-sd count-34. 0 fl hai eosinophils count-6. 9℅ hai please tell me disease name

Male | 24

It is most probable that you have Iron Deficiency Anemia. This is where your blood could be short of healthy red blood cells. Being a little anemic, tiredness, paleness, and shortness of breath may appear. Ingesting foods that are packed with iron such as spinach, meat, and beans can be of great help to this client. Another piece of advice may deal with more iron supplements, they will. Follow the suggestions given by the medical doctor to recover completely.

Answered on 18th June '24

Dr. Babita Goel

Dr. Babita Goel

Can I drink milk while I'm taking lamivudine and zidovudine for pep

Female | 21

You can drink milk while taking lamivudine­ and zidovudine. These me­dications don't interact with milk. But milk may upset your stomach or cause diarrhe­a. If milk bothers you, try lactose-free­ milk or drink less. Stay hydrated while taking the­se meds. Drink other be­verages if milk upsets you. Contact your doctor if you have­ bad stomach pain or vomiting.

Answered on 27th Aug '24

Dr. Babita Goel

Dr. Babita Goel

I want to ask about how can hiv be transmitted

Male | 22

HIV is a virus that might be passed from one person to another via specific body fluids such as blood, sex organs secretions, the fluid of the vagina, as well as breast milk. It is primarily transmitted through unprotected sexual activity, sharing of needles as well as mother-to-child transmission during pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding. Symptoms may not appear for some time but can manifest as flu-like sickness. Wearing condoms and not sharing needles are the biggest ways to fight HIV. If you are worried about it, it is wise to get tested.

Answered on 16th Sept '24

Dr. Babita Goel

Dr. Babita Goel

One person has a cut on his hand . It was bleeding. I ate food from his hand. If that person is hiv positive. Does it transfer to me??

Female | 48

HIV is primarily transferred through some body fluids like blood. If someone with a cut on their hand eats saliva-containing food, the saliva does not carry enough virus to infect you. Being cautious will make sure to see out for symptoms include flu-like illness and talk to your doctor if you are concerned.

Answered on 16th July '24

Dr. Babita Goel

Dr. Babita Goel

My blood report says Total cholesterol - 219 mg/dl LDL direct - 117 mg/dl Triglycerides - 389 mg/dl Trig/HDL ratio - 8.3 HDL/LDL ratio - 0.4 Non HDL cholesterol - 171.97 mg/dl VLDL - 77.82 mg/dl Albumin serum- 5.12 gm/dl Lymphocyte - 17% Monocytes - 1.7% Lymphocyte absolute count - 0.92 × 10³/uL Monocytes absolute count - 0.9 × 10³/uL Hematocrit(pcv) - 54.2 % MCV - 117.8 fL MCHC - 26 g/dL RDW-SD - 75 fL RDW-CV - 17.2 % Platelet count - 140 ×10³/uL My question is what is my condition of health according to this report and how i can cure my condition and what is the problem.

Male | 33

The blood te­st shows high levels of bad fat in the body. This fat can hurt the­ heart over time. To help the­ heart, eat good foods like fruits and ve­ggies. Do exercise­ to stay fit. A hematologist may give medicine­ to lower the fat.

Answered on 23rd May '24

Dr. Babita Goel

Dr. Babita Goel

My mother is losing weight without any reason? Is it a sign of cancer?

Female | 37

While losing weight une­xpectedly doesn't ne­cessarily mean cancer, it could signify various conditions. Don't worry imme­diately. Other symptoms might occur, such as constant e­xhaustion, appetite fluctuations, or discomfort. Common reasons include­ stress, thyroid problems, or diabete­s. However, to be ce­rtain, seeking professional me­dical evaluation is essential.

Answered on 23rd July '24

Dr. Babita Goel

Dr. Babita Goel

I experienced blood stain with my sperm is it anything to worry...

Male | 38

Sometimes, it could happen due to harmless things like some activities or infections. Alternatively, it may more severe conditions such as inflammation or injury. Visit a healthcare professional who will help you find out what is causing this problem and offer you appropriate treatment. Delaying is dangerous, so don’t wait until it becomes worse.

Answered on 3rd Sept '24

Dr. Babita Goel

Dr. Babita Goel

I get attacks of thirst (dry mouth included), dizzy and unwell followed by feeling tired and a headache later in the day. This happens weekly (week n half most) used to be once a month or so. Previous bloods showed low folic, elevated bilirubin and b12 but no proper answers or directions.

Male | 38

You may be dehydrated, which can cause a dry mouth, dizziness, and tiredness. Low folic acid and high bilirubin levels might also be factors. Try drinking more water and eating leafy greens and citrus fruits for folic acid. If symptoms persist, see a doctor for proper evaluation and treatment.

Answered on 26th Sept '24

Dr. Babita Goel

Dr. Babita Goel

Sickle cell anemia report bare main janna hai

Female | 16

Sickle ce­ll anemia is a health problem. Pe­ople with it have red blood ce­lls that are bent in a moon shape. The­ bent cells get stuck in tiny blood tube­s. This causes much hurt and low energy. It also le­ads to getting sick easily. Sickle ce­ll anemia happens because­ of a gene issue from parents. To fe­el better, pe­ople with this illness should drink lots of water, not ge­t too stressed, and see­ the doctor often for checkups.

Answered on 23rd May '24

Dr. Babita Goel

Dr. Babita Goel

Sir blood 8.7 tha report m maine dava bi li h but Mera fever nhi utar rha 1month se jyada ho gya

Female | 26

At 8.7, having a low blood level can cause you to become tired and weak. Your body might not have enough iron, which is necessary for feeling better. To increase your blood level take iron supplements and eat foods such as spinach and beans that are rich in iron. Also if your fever does not go away it would be good to see a healthcare provider who will help establish what is causing the fever so that you can receive appropriate treatment. 

Answered on 23rd May '24

Dr. Babita Goel

Dr. Babita Goel

My cbc result was WBC 3.73 RBC 4.57 NEU 1.78

Female | 58

Your WBC count is slightly low at 3.73; RBC is normal at 4.57. NEU is also lower at 1.78. Low WBC sugge­sts weaker immunity, making infections more­ likely. Have nutritious meals, ample­ sleep, stay hydrated. If unwe­ll, see a doctor for examination and guidance­.

Answered on 5th Aug '24

Dr. Babita Goel

Dr. Babita Goel

I have lower abdominal pain for 5days. I have done my full boy test. But there is many problems like hemoglobin low, ESR high, creatinine low,bun low, vitamin d 25 hydroxy low. Now what should I do ?

Female | 14

The pain in your lower abdomen, along with low hemoglobin and high ESR levels, along with decreased creatinine clearance and reduced UV-B irradiation exposure, can be associated with various health conditions. These signs may indicate issues like anemia of chronic disease, inflammation, kidney malfunction, or vitamin D deficiency. It’s important to consult a doctor for a thorough check-up and personalized treatment plan.

Answered on 5th July '24

Dr. Babita Goel

Dr. Babita Goel

Hi There , I am a 32 year female old, I recently did a full blood count test and another test for my kidneys to check for any abnormalities and everything came back positive , however lately my hands feel kinda full and painful, they feel hard when i open and close them , they do look swollen but not too much, especially when i wake up every morning, when im sleeping i can feel the blood flowing to my hands

Female | 32

You might be having the symptoms of a condition known as carpal tunnel syndrome. This can be a result of the nerve in your wrist being compressed, which in turn, leads to pain, swelling, and numbness in your hands. To help with the symptoms, you can try wearing a wrist splint at night, doing hand exercises, and taking breaks from activities that may worsen the pain. If the symptoms carry on for some time, it's best to seek further help from a hematologist.

Answered on 23rd Oct '24

Dr. Babita Goel

Dr. Babita Goel

I have test today wbc is 12800 And neut 42, lymph 45

Male | Jay

A white blood cell count at 12,800 with neutrophils at 42% and lymphocytes at 45% indicates the possibility of an infection. The symptoms may be such as the fever, the fatigue, and body aches. The reasons can be a bacterial or viral infection. Stay home, drink fluids, and eat well. If the symptoms are getting worse or not disappearing, you have to see a doctor immediately.

Answered on 21st Oct '24

Dr. Babita Goel

Dr. Babita Goel

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