Link between neutropenia and hypothyroidism

[AnneGood]

Hi,

I've just been told I have neutropenia I.e. low white cell count by my GP. Anyone know if there is a link between that and an underactive thyroid? I also have paroxysmal atrial fibrillation and glaucoma, but basically I'm fit as a flea and lead a really active lifestyle so long as I keep taking the tablets (touch wood that continues).

Any advice welcome, even if it's just to say that I'm reading too much into it!

Thanks in advance.

Anne

[shaws Administrator]

I cannot answer your question but this is a link which might be helpful:

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[AnneGood in reply to shaws]

Thanks Shaws. I think it's just my mindset to look for links and patterns where none exist! Interesting about the CBD oil and use of edibles. I've been advised not to use CBD oil when on anticoagulants though. Personally I think it's an underused medical resource.

Anne

[diasy]

Did you ever find out what caused your neutorpenia? i too have been told I have low neutrophils and I also am underactive thyroid, doctors are puzzled!!

[Hidden in reply to diasy]

Hi Diasy

Did you find any answers to the link between neutropenia and hypothyroidism ?

I have the same problem.

Thanks

Alps

[diasy in reply to Hidden]

No I never did but I get constant infections......my neutrophils go up and down. If you ever find out please let me know !

[Hidden in reply to diasy]

Hi Diasy and fedup

Saw my GP yesterday, lovely chap, keen to help

He said my neutrophil levels are low, but he would only be concerned if they were 1 or below

He's ordered a lot of bloods on the common vitamins/minerals that comes in a Multivit

Which may shed light on my muscle aches, fingers crossed!

Also, he has given me a trial of antibiotics

I've also read about a diet that boosts the immune system, which I shall look into

Thanks

Alps

[fedup]

Hi, I would be interested also, I have an underactive thyroid, paroxsymal afib, and have consistently had low levels of neutrophils recorded on my blood results - although no doctor has diagnosed neutropenia. Now I've been diagnosed as having low IGM levels, and more recently, osteoarthritis.

[Hidden in reply to fedup]

HiPlease see my reply to DIasy

Thanks

Alps