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What is monocytosis? Is this condition serious? Are there any serious health complications associated with monocytosis? Which specialist is worth visiting? Is such a diagnosis a cause for concern? The question is answered by the drug. Anna Mitschke.
What is monocytosis?
Good day. My wife has recently had blood tests. She obtained an opinion on the internet where she learned that her results could indicate monocytosis. Unfortunately, we do not even know which blood test results indicate such a disease. The wife had several elevated parameters, but we have no idea who is responsible for this disease. But most of all, I would like to ask, on my and her behalf, what is monocytosis?
The name sounds very mysterious and I must honestly admit that this is the first time we meet her. We tried to read a bit on the internet about it, but all the information was very complicated and we didn’t understand any of it. What is monocytosis? What is this disease and is it a serious disease and can it pose a risk of complications? Which doctor should my wife go to with this? We assume, of course, that this should not be underestimated, but we only consider whether to go to the family doctor first or sign up for a specialist immediately. I will be grateful for your help.
The doctor explains what disease monocytosis is
Monocytes belong to a population of leukocytes, cells present in the blood. They are produced in the bone marrow and spleen and then enter the bloodstream. Mature monocytes they are phagocytic cells – they remove microorganisms and dead tissues from the blood. They have the ability to traverse the walls of blood vessels to get to the point of inflammation. Additionally, they produce cytokines that are responsible for immune processes.
The level of monocytes is tested during routine tests, which is the complete blood count. Normal percentage of monocytes is between 30-800 / μl, 4-8%. The standard may vary from lab to lab.
Monocytosis – this is an increase in the number of monocytes above the norm. Multiple clinical conditions may be the cause. You should go to a general practitioner who will collect a medical history, examine the patient, possibly deepen the diagnosis and refer you to a specialist, e.g. in hematology. The condition known as monocytosis may be caused by infections, e.g. bacterial (tuberculosis, syphilis, endocarditis), viral e.g. cytomegaly, chicken pox, shingles, herpes simplex), protozoal e.g. malaria, fungal infections.
An increase in the percentage of monocytes may cause diseases of the digestive system, e.g. inflammatory bowel disease, alcoholic liver disease, systemic diseases of connective tissue e.g. rheumatoid arthritis, systemic lupus erythematosus, systemic vasculitis, polymyositis, granulomatous diseases e.g. sarcoidosis, diseases of the hematopoietic system e.g. acute monocytic leukemia and other neoplasms, haemolytic anemia, primary immune thrombocytopenia and others, such as the use of corticosteroids, condition after removal of the spleen, recovery phase after infection, after chemotherapy, radiotherapy. The list of causes that can lead to monocytosis is long. These can be both mild and acute. They are more often mild states. after infection. However, do not take anything lightly and always consult your doctor.
— Lek. Anna Mitchke
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