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I was just diagnosed with influenza a. my white blood cell count is 2.3 (4.0 is low norm in lab) can flu cause this and how can i fix it?

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Dr. Pamela Svendsen answered

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Yes: Viral infections like influenza can certainly cause you to have a low white blood cell count. Have it rechecked in a month if your doctor feels it is necessary.

Answered 1/9/2019

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A member asked:

I was just diagnosed with influenza a. my white blood cell count is 2.3 (4.0 is low norm in lab) can flu cause this and how can i fix it?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Pamela Svendsen answered

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