A member asked:

Hi i just gotta wbc count back and it's 3.1 which is low i've gone on the internet and it says it may be a sign of hiv i scared?

A doctor has provided 1 answer
Dr. Dominic Riganotti answered

Specializes in Infectious Disease

Many things: Ok calm down. 3.1 isn't that that low. While yes advanced HIV and aids can produce a leukopenia (low WBC count) many other things can too. Viral infections, antibiotics, diuretics, vitamin deficiency just to name a few can cause this as well. While its probably for a young person such as yourself to get tested for hiv...I wouldn't jump to conclusions!

Answered 2/15/2015

5.3k views

Thank

Related Questions

Sponsored Content
HealthTap Medical Group does not endorse products or services. Sponsored content revenues support our mission to make health information free and accessible to all.Learn more