High white blood cell count during pregnancy

An elevated white blood cell count in the second trimester is a happy thing for the birth of a new life. However, for pregnant mothers, after the initial excitement, with repeated prenatal examinations, many of them can't help but worry, fearing that the test results are not within the normal range. Will this have a negative impact on the growth and development of the baby in the belly? Among them, an elevated white blood cell count in blood tests in the second trimester is a very common phenomenon. So is this normal? Let's understand the reasons for elevated white blood cells.

White blood cells may also increase physiologically after a normal pregnancy. As long as there are no symptoms of infection, no treatment is needed. Introduction to blood routine: Blood routine includes four items: hemoglobin determination, red blood cell count, white blood cell count and white blood cell classification count. a. Hemoglobin (Hb): Normal males are 120-160 g/L, females are 110-150 g/L, and newborns are 170-200 g/L.

After pregnancy, the blood volume increases and the white blood cell count is slightly higher, which is normal. If there are no other abnormal symptoms, you do not need to take medicine and just need to do regular prenatal checkups and follow-up examinations. Usually pay attention to drink more water. During a normal pregnancy, there will be an increase in white blood cells, starting from the 7th to 8th week of pregnancy and reaching a peak at the 30th week. Its normal value range is (5~12)×10^9/L, and can reach a maximum of (14~16)×10^9/L. If it is higher than the pregnancy range, it means that the expectant mother may have inflammatory infection, bleeding, poisoning, etc.

Be sure to go to the hospital for a check-up in time and receive treatment under the guidance of a doctor. Never take medications privately, as this will have a certain impact on the fetus. You can eat more fresh fruits and vegetables to enhance your immunity. Some vitamins with antioxidant effects, such as vitamin C, can also help fight various infectious diseases. You can also choose to take some mixed vitamin and mineral supplements specifically for pregnant women. In addition, ensure adequate rest and try not to stress yourself.