I recently received blood results showing an abnormally High Eosinophil count but upon bringing this up to my GP I was told they’re not gonna investigate it as it is apparently irrelevant to my symptoms even though my symptoms seem to match to Eosinophilia,
I know it could be a possible link to RA which we have been trying to find for quite some time but I can’t see to make any progress.
If you’ve had a recent infection or allergic reaction that may be the cause of the spike. If your GP is not concerned maybe just see what your results say in 3 months. I am on systemonline and it gives links to ‘what test results mean’. See if your Surgery is signed up to this.
My blood eosinophils are always high, I was concerned about it but my consultant checked and they’ve not been within the range for years. She did state that other things can skew the results and asked if I had allergies as apparently that can raise them. I have many allergies/intolerances and the fact I’m allergic to cats and have four may be a reason for it to always be raised. . My GP did query it with the consultant but they all think it’s ok. My bloods are monitored regularly because of RA drugs do I don’t worry myself about it. I’d keep an eye on yours and bring it up again if it stays raised, you need some answers really to reassure you.
Hopefully it’s nothing, it’s just because I’ve had the other symptoms relating to it incl a swollen lymph node for almost a year now with no explanation, so I figured it might be connected but no one seems interested in exploring that right now.
When you say abnormal, how abnormal? If the results are only about 10% above or below the range it is unlikely that anyone will be interested in the absence of other blood abnormalities
Around 17% higher it’s not massive but given other currently unexplained symptoms I thought it could be linked.
As others have mentioned, allergies can result in raised eosinophils. Unless there is a pattern to the results, where they are constantly raised and climbing, then it is unlikely they will want to investigate. In all honesty 17% isn’t much to be worried about, and a rheumatologist is unlikely to consider it as part of a RA diagnosis. At this time of year many have raised eosinophils due to it being allergen season. Mine is abnormal for the opposite reason of having zero eosinophils, but it doesn’t concern me. Many of my bloods are out of range, some due to medications I take. Get it retested in a few month, and see how things are. If you are seeking RA diagnosis I would get a RF blood test done, as well as anti CCP antibodies. Your GP could also do X-rays of suspected joints. NICE guidance recommends adults with pain swelling and stiffness in one joint, or affecting hands and feet are referred within 3 days of their GP appointment. That may be relaxed slightly due to Covid, but you should still be getting referred if it applies to you.
Hi, before I start I really don't want to worry you, but I can just ignore your symptoms, nine years ago I had high white blood cells and a swollen lymph node in my armpit, unfortunately it turned out to lymphoma, they found mine after having a mri scan for back problems, but they didn't pick up on the raised blood cells. I would just try to get some answers, again don't worry, I know it's easier said than done, best wishes Sarah
It’s totally okay, it’s the first thing I was warned of during a ultrasound by the technician just trying to find someone who is willing to investigate & if I don’t get anywhere in the next few weeks I’ll likely just look elsewhere.
I'm pleased I didn't worry you, I hope you get some answers soon, best wishes Sarah 💕
If you have been having ongoing drama with this GP, I would change Practice…
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