NEUTROPHILIA

Neutrophilia happens when your body produces too many neutrophils. Neutrophils are a type of white blood cell. Your white blood cell count normally consists of five types of white blood cells, with neutrophils accounting for most of your white blood cells. Neutrophils help you fight infection. But sometimes, your neutrophils stay in the fight longer than necessary.

If your bloodstream is teeming with too many neutrophils, you may develop leukocytosis or a high total white blood cell count. You may have symptoms such as fevers or recurring infections. Tests to assess your neutrophil count may indicate more serious illnesses. Healthcare providers treat neutrophilia by treating the underlying problem or illness.

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