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Can my nasal passage being swollen cause my ua wbc to be up a little bit.

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Dr. James Lin answered

Here are some...: Your concern in a little high WBC in urinalysis (UA) from antiacid, steroid, nasal passage, etc. is really beyond what we know in knowledge and reality. Please collect and bring these Qs to your doctor ordering UA for further elaboration. Endless online inquiry may furher deepen your anxiety.

Answered 10/12/2015

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