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High wbc for over 3 years plus newly found high platelet count what causes this?

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Dr. Michael Dugan answered

Specializes in Hematology

Need some more: Information here. With both being "high" would think of a myeloprolifierative disorder like chronic myeloid leukemia or essential thrombocythemia. On the other hand if the counts are just a bit high could be as simple as heavy smoking.

Dr Placik agreed

Answered 11/1/2013

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