Concerned about WBC

[jus2scared]

About a month ago I was diagnosed with a sinus infection.  The doctor prescribed a Z-pack, which eliminated the problem.  About two weeks later, a few days before Christmas, I suffered a terrible stomach flu, that knocked me out for two days.  I thought I was going to vomit, but never did; the second day I had diarrhea.  I went to urgent care that night and was given Flagyl and a probiotic.  The doctor said my uric acid was 9, and my creatine level was a little high.  I have finished with the Flagyl as of about a week now, but am still taking the probiotic.  During this visit, the doctor informed me my WBC was 11.

Today, after following up with my own doctor, my WBC was 12.  If my uric acid was 9, could this be the reason for a 12 WBC? I have begun taking allopurinol again for the high WBC.

I'm concerned about the high WBC, so if anyone has thoughts, I'd appreciate it.

[jus2scared]

Thank you Doctor, I read that the allopurinol can also increase a WBC, and I'm taking 300mg twice daily; hopefully that is the extent of the problem.  

[Dr. Kokil Mathur]

Hi!
You can expect your WBC to be high after any infection. Also conditions like gout which cause inflammation can raise your WBC levels. Dehydration is also a likely cause in your case. Please drink plenty of water and repeat the test after a week. Please also consult your doctor regarding this. Take care!

The medical advice given should not be considered a substitute for medical care provided by a doctor who can examine you. The advice may not be completely correct for you as the doctor cannot examine you and does not know your complete medical history. Hence this reply to your post should only be considered as a guiding line and you must consult your doctor at the earliest for your medical problem.