Hello. I have had an elevated wbc for the past couple of years every time I go to the doctor for routine visits.  These high levels were not when I had any notable infection, just routine bloodwork. My levels usually stayed around 11 or 12, with the highest being last week when my count was 16. I have a hemotologist that I see regularly for anemia, which is now under control.  My pcp is sending me back to my hemotologist to have this high wbc further investigated. Should I be concerned?  My dad has leukemia. Also, when I had my bloodwork drawn, I had bacterial vaginosis. Could this cause my wbc to be 16?
Hello,First, your bacterial vaginosis is an important reason for your elevated white blood cell count. You should get a repeat blood count done 2 weeks after the infection has settled. In addition to this, a peripheral smear should be able to rule out any suspicion of leukemia, though your history doesn't suggest any such thing. You can share your reports if you want to inquire anything else.