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My dad has wbc count 0.2 doctors can't find a cause hes 46 and in hospital now could it be cancer?

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Dr. Jay Bayer answered

Blood count: Comsult attending physician. This can be complex or simple as didn't provide enough information. Anything is possible but is it probable. Must provide details of case or medical condition. U are providing only one piece of puzzle.

Answered 9/28/2016

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Possibly: That is a very low WBC count. He needs to see a hematologist. It could be a blood cancer but it can also be other things. A hematologist should examine his bone marrow which is where the blood is produced.

Answered 6/10/2014

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