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Lymphocytes are low white/red cells ok should i worry i've taken steroids for 6 yrs?

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Dr. Philip Chao answered

Specializes in Radiology

Ask your doctor: Anyone on long term steroids should consult their doctor about unusual blood test results. Thats why they are monitoring you. In general low lymphocytes are not usually a problem but i would still ask your doctor because steroids need to be carefully monitored. Subtle changes in your platelets or white cells can mean many things.

Answered 11/16/2013

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