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Could a bruised rib in the process of healing be the reason for my white blood cell count to be a little high?

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Need data: You did not provide the actual counts. The count may be your normal value. Uncomplicated bruise of the rib is not expected to raise WBC count.

Dr Machanic agreed

Answered 7/26/2014

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