Title: Elevated White Blood Cell (WBC) Count: Causes, Treatments and More
Headings: Elevated White Blood Cell (WBC) Count: Causes, Treatments and More
Elevated White Blood Cell (WBC) Count: Causes, Treatments and More
What is Normal WBC Range?
What is Considered High or Elevated White Blood Cell Count?
High White Blood Cell Count – What Does it Mean?
Symptoms of Elevated White Blood Cell Count
Causes of Elevated WBC Count
Viral or bacterial infection
Inflammatory conditions
Rheumatoid arthritis
Allergy
Immune system disorder
Emotional or physical stress
Gastrointestinal problems
Smoking
Pregnancy
Leukemia
Other Causes of High White Blood Cell Count
Side effect of medication
Bone marrow disorder
Polycythemia vera
How to Lower White Blood Cell Count
Diagnose and treat the underlying cause
Reduce stress
Stop smoking
Omega-3 supplements to reduce inflammation
Vitamin C
Anti-inflammatory diet / Mediterranean diet to lower WBC count
Medical Sources

Content: They attack germs, bacteria, and microbes that can cause infections or inflammation. White blood cells can be divided into five main types: neutrophils, lymphocytes, monocytes, eosinophils, and basophils. Usually, blood test results show elevated white blood cell count if you are fighting an infection or have an inflammatory condition. Pregnancy can also cause a high or slightly elevated white blood cell count. However, other factors like stress, smoking, or allergies can elevate your white blood cell count. Doctors also check for abnormal WBC levels if they suspect an autoimmune condition, blood disorder, or problem with your immune system. There are not always obvious symptoms if your white blood cell count is outside the normal range. A high white blood cell count could be accompanied by symptoms of a viral infection or allergic reaction like fatigue, runny nose, coughing, or digestive upset. There are also some medical conditions that cause your white blood cell count to drop lower than normal.