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High White Blood Cell Counts: Causes, Implications, and Treatment

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6. Medications

Certain medications can lead to leukocytosis as a side effect. Corticosteroids, for example, often cause a rise in white blood cells. Other drugs, such as epinephrine and some antibiotics, can also have similar effects on WBC levels.

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Cassandra Williams

Cassandra Williams is a Senior Editing Manager at A2ZHealthy

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