The human body contains the required number of certain cells that are responsible for certain functions. By the concentration of leukocytes, you can easily determine the presence of a virus, bacteria or inflammatory process. White blood cells elevated during pregnancy may also indicate the presence of allergies.
What are white blood cells?
White blood cells are indicators of the health of the human body. They are white blood cells and protect against the development of infections and malignant tumors. White blood cells are normally able to withstand the development of viral diseases by absorbing and neutralizing the viral cells in the body.
During pregnancy, leukocytes in the blood can strengthen the humoral and cellular immunity, which will contribute to the proper development of the fetus and prevent intrauterine infection. In addition, white blood cells can neutralize poisons and toxins that enter the body.
Causes of an increase in white blood cells in urine
White blood cells elevated during pregnancy can be a consequence of the development of various diseases. They are localized mainly in the urinary system. These diseases include:
- cystitis;
- pyelonephritis;
- urethritis.
Another common cause of an increase in white blood cells in the urine can be candidiasis. During pregnancy, this disease progresses in most women, since local immunity is weakened, and the fungal microflora begins to multiply.
To get an accurate result, you need to observe proper genital hygiene before passing urine. Since non-compliance with the technique of passing the analysis may entail the receipt of false analyzes.
Causes of an increase in white blood cells in the blood
Increased leukocytes in the blood during pregnancy can be due to several factors:
- past stress;
- heavy physical or mental stress;
- malnutrition;
- various diseases.
It is because of the large number of factors that affect the indicator, with a suspicious analysis it is recommended to retake it after a few days, while observing a certain diet and avoiding overwork and stressful situations.
White blood cells elevated during pregnancy indicate the development of a woman with leukocytosis. In this case, the bone marrow is disrupted, as a result of which much more white bodies enter the blood than the body needs.
Causes of the development of leukocytosis
In most cases, after birth, leukocytosis disappears on its own. If this does not happen, then the increased number of leukocytes develops into hyperleukocytosis - a disease that requires medical intervention and medical treatment.
When the white blood cells in the blood are elevated during pregnancy, it is necessary to correctly establish, as a result of which the body's function was disrupted and how to eliminate it. The cause of the development of leukocytosis can be:
- frequent stress;
- inflammatory processes in the body;
- infections transmitted by a woman before pregnancy (pneumonia, hepatitis);
- allergy;
- large amount of blood loss (regardless of the cause that caused it);
- severe damage to the skin (cuts, burns);
- thrush;
- malignant tumors;
- asthma.
White blood cells that are elevated during pregnancy most often result from an allergic reaction, inflammation, or prolonged use of certain medications.
Causes of an increase in white blood cells in a smear
During registration, the pregnant woman passes the first smear. If a high concentration of leukocytes is detected in it, it can be concluded that there is inflammation in the genitourinary system or an infectious disease that can greatly affect pregnancy.
A smear, in which elevated white blood cells were found, must be additionally examined by passing it to a bacteriosis and by PCR. The immune system must also be examined in order to be able to make an accurate conclusion about the state of health of the woman and to find out the cause of the increase in white blood cells in the smear.
During pregnancy, a woman often passes tests to determine the condition of her body and the correct development of the fetus. One of the most common screening options is a blood, urine, and smear test.
White blood cells are elevated - is pregnancy at risk? How to determine the number of white bodies?
A blood or urine test can be taken to determine the level of white blood cells. A high level of white blood cells in the blood indicates inflammation and a decrease in the body's defenses, and if these cells are found in the urine, we can conclude that there are problems in the functioning of the kidneys or genitourinary system.
In the analysis of urine, white blood cells are determined by centrifugation, due to which the precipitate is separated. Then it is examined under a microscope. White blood cells look like cells with a clearly defined light-refracting nucleus. Elevated white blood cells in the urine during pregnancy can lead to the development of serious diseases.
In the blood, the white blood cell count is determined by microscopic examination. During the analysis, the number of all blood cells and the main indicators, such as the erythrocyte sedimentation rate, blood viscosity and others, are determined.
White blood cells during pregnancy can be increased without factors harmful to the baby’s health. For example, when eating a large amount of protein food. Therefore, it is necessary to take an analysis on an empty stomach in order to get the most accurate result.
Leukocytosis treatment
With physical leukocytosis associated with malnutrition or physical activity, it is enough to eliminate these factors, and the body will restore to the required level. The number of white blood cells will also decrease to normal.
During pregnancy, this type of leukocytosis is the most common and quickly passes after childbirth. But the content of leukocytes still needs to be regularly monitored so as not to lose sight of the presence of an infection or inflammatory process.
If the cause of the increase in the level of white blood cells is pathological leukocytosis, then it is necessary to choose an effective therapy. Depending on the cause of the increase in the number of leukocytes, it can be antihistamine (for allergies), antibacterial (for diseases of the genitourinary system), and hormonal.
When leukocytes are elevated during pregnancy, it is important to correctly determine the cause of the failure and prescribe appropriate therapy to prevent possible fetal malformations and maintain pregnancy.