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{{Infobox medical condition | |||
| name = Leukocytosis | |||
| image = [[File:Reference_ranges_for_blood_tests_-_white_blood_cells.png|250px]] | |||
| caption = Reference ranges for white blood cells | |||
| field = [[Hematology]] | |||
| symptoms = [[Fever]], [[malaise]], [[dizziness]], [[bleeding]], [[bruising]] | |||
| complications = [[Infection]], [[inflammation]], [[tissue damage]] | |||
| onset = Acute or chronic | |||
| duration = Variable | |||
| causes = [[Infection]], [[inflammation]], [[allergy]], [[leukemia]], [[stress]] | |||
| risks = [[Smoking]], [[obesity]], [[stress]], [[pregnancy]] | |||
| diagnosis = [[Complete blood count]] | |||
| differential = [[Leukemia]], [[lymphoma]], [[infection]], [[inflammation]] | |||
| prevention = Address underlying causes, healthy lifestyle | |||
| treatment = Depends on underlying cause | |||
| medication = [[Antibiotics]], [[antihistamines]], [[corticosteroids]] | |||
| prognosis = Depends on underlying cause | |||
| frequency = Common | |||
}} | |||
'''Leukocytosis''' is a condition characterized by an increase in the number of [[white blood cells]] (leukocytes) in the blood. This condition is often a response to an infection, as white blood cells play a crucial role in the body's immune response. However, leukocytosis can also be caused by a number of other factors, including certain medications, stress, and certain diseases and conditions. | '''Leukocytosis''' is a condition characterized by an increase in the number of [[white blood cells]] (leukocytes) in the blood. This condition is often a response to an infection, as white blood cells play a crucial role in the body's immune response. However, leukocytosis can also be caused by a number of other factors, including certain medications, stress, and certain diseases and conditions. | ||
== Causes == | == Causes == | ||
Leukocytosis can be caused by a number of factors. These include: | Leukocytosis can be caused by a number of factors. These include: | ||
* [[Infection]]: This is the most common cause of leukocytosis. The body produces more white blood cells to fight off the infection. | * [[Infection]]: This is the most common cause of leukocytosis. The body produces more white blood cells to fight off the infection. | ||
* [[Inflammation]]: This can also cause an increase in white blood cells. | * [[Inflammation]]: This can also cause an increase in white blood cells. | ||
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* [[Stress]]: Both physical and emotional stress can cause an increase in white blood cells. | * [[Stress]]: Both physical and emotional stress can cause an increase in white blood cells. | ||
* Certain [[diseases and conditions]]: These include certain types of cancer, such as [[leukemia]], and certain immune system disorders. | * Certain [[diseases and conditions]]: These include certain types of cancer, such as [[leukemia]], and certain immune system disorders. | ||
== Symptoms == | == Symptoms == | ||
The symptoms of leukocytosis can vary depending on the underlying cause. However, some common symptoms include: | The symptoms of leukocytosis can vary depending on the underlying cause. However, some common symptoms include: | ||
* [[Fever]] | * [[Fever]] | ||
* [[Fatigue]] | * [[Fatigue]] | ||
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* [[Night sweats]] | * [[Night sweats]] | ||
* Frequent [[infections]] | * Frequent [[infections]] | ||
== Diagnosis == | == Diagnosis == | ||
Leukocytosis is typically diagnosed through a [[complete blood count]] (CBC) test. This test measures the number of white blood cells in the blood. If the number is higher than normal, it may indicate leukocytosis. | Leukocytosis is typically diagnosed through a [[complete blood count]] (CBC) test. This test measures the number of white blood cells in the blood. If the number is higher than normal, it may indicate leukocytosis. | ||
== Treatment == | == Treatment == | ||
The treatment for leukocytosis depends on the underlying cause. If the cause is an infection, treatment may involve [[antibiotics]]. If the cause is a certain medication, the medication may need to be changed. In some cases, treatment may involve addressing the underlying disease or condition causing the leukocytosis. | The treatment for leukocytosis depends on the underlying cause. If the cause is an infection, treatment may involve [[antibiotics]]. If the cause is a certain medication, the medication may need to be changed. In some cases, treatment may involve addressing the underlying disease or condition causing the leukocytosis. | ||
== See also == | == See also == | ||
* [[Leukopenia]] | * [[Leukopenia]] | ||
* [[Leukemia]] | * [[Leukemia]] | ||
* [[White blood cell]] | * [[White blood cell]] | ||
[[Category:Medical conditions]] | [[Category:Medical conditions]] | ||
[[Category:Blood disorders]] | [[Category:Blood disorders]] | ||
[[Category:Immune system disorders]] | [[Category:Immune system disorders]] | ||
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| Leukocytosis | |
|---|---|
| |
| Synonyms | N/A |
| Pronounce | N/A |
| Specialty | N/A |
| Symptoms | Fever, malaise, dizziness, bleeding, bruising |
| Complications | Infection, inflammation, tissue damage |
| Onset | Acute or chronic |
| Duration | Variable |
| Types | N/A |
| Causes | Infection, inflammation, allergy, leukemia, stress |
| Risks | Smoking, obesity, stress, pregnancy |
| Diagnosis | Complete blood count |
| Differential diagnosis | Leukemia, lymphoma, infection, inflammation |
| Prevention | Address underlying causes, healthy lifestyle |
| Treatment | Depends on underlying cause |
| Medication | Antibiotics, antihistamines, corticosteroids |
| Prognosis | Depends on underlying cause |
| Frequency | Common |
| Deaths | N/A |
Leukocytosis is a condition characterized by an increase in the number of white blood cells (leukocytes) in the blood. This condition is often a response to an infection, as white blood cells play a crucial role in the body's immune response. However, leukocytosis can also be caused by a number of other factors, including certain medications, stress, and certain diseases and conditions.
Causes[edit]
Leukocytosis can be caused by a number of factors. These include:
- Infection: This is the most common cause of leukocytosis. The body produces more white blood cells to fight off the infection.
- Inflammation: This can also cause an increase in white blood cells.
- Certain medications: Some medications can cause leukocytosis as a side effect.
- Stress: Both physical and emotional stress can cause an increase in white blood cells.
- Certain diseases and conditions: These include certain types of cancer, such as leukemia, and certain immune system disorders.
Symptoms[edit]
The symptoms of leukocytosis can vary depending on the underlying cause. However, some common symptoms include:
- Fever
- Fatigue
- Bleeding or bruising easily
- Weight loss
- Night sweats
- Frequent infections
Diagnosis[edit]
Leukocytosis is typically diagnosed through a complete blood count (CBC) test. This test measures the number of white blood cells in the blood. If the number is higher than normal, it may indicate leukocytosis.
Treatment[edit]
The treatment for leukocytosis depends on the underlying cause. If the cause is an infection, treatment may involve antibiotics. If the cause is a certain medication, the medication may need to be changed. In some cases, treatment may involve addressing the underlying disease or condition causing the leukocytosis.
