white blood count

[fi27]

Hi 5 weeks ago i had a blood test done and it was 3.6 now it is 3.0 and asked for a print out of results, i notice that the lymphocyte level is 0.7 normal range 1.5 - 4, i am very worried about this but have got to wait 6 weeks to get another blood test.

[AussieNeil Partner Administrator]

Fi27, could you please provide some background? How long ago were you diagnosed and what were you told at your diagnosis? What stage are you and have you ever had treatment and if so with what and when? Have you been ill lately? Why are you worried - what are you concerned about? Are your other blood test results satisfactory?

While your lymphocyte count is low, there could be good reasons for that. If they are low due to a recent or current illness, then it can take time for your blood counts to recover. Likewise if you've had treatment.

If you provide a bit more information so that other members are able to put your question into context, then you are more likely to receive helpful answers. If you are still concerned after feedback here, then I'm sure that if you visited your doctor and explained your concerns, then your doctor would take some action to help you put your mind at rest. That may be by giving you a very good reason for your results or perhaps by ordering another blood test and if necessary, referring you to a specialist.

Neil