so you know guys I was going for the weight loss surgery but for the past month and a half they have $1000 in blood test and can't figure out why my white blood cell count is around 12,000. Nothing crazy but they will not operating if it is not below what is allowed. Can any information of my head or neck cause that for now. Thanks

Well, a number of things connected with TBI can elevate a white cell count, including anti-seizure meds, trauma and extreme emotional or physical distress.

If you still haven't told your doctors about your tbi...

i never told you the rest of the story. I haven't heard from them In months. my primary was doing the blood tests and trying to find the answer for the high count and In the meantime the surgeon billed my insurance like she did the surgery lol. I had to call insurance and tell them I never had it done. at this point the surgery is off. I didn't really want it anyway lol. plus they will be charged with fraud because of my call lol

Your white blood cells (WBC) are made up of different types: neutrophils, lymphocytes, eosinophils, monocytes and basophils. Knowing which types are elevated can sometimes help isolate the cause. Have there been any symptoms or signs of inter-current infection? What medication are you taking? Have there been night sweats or fever? Recent foreign travel? General feeling of unwellness? Would like to help but need more information. Acute stress can cause a transient rise in WBC but this would eventually fall back into a normal range.

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