[Chirley]

Thanks for the replies and advice.

My last total WCC was 0.6 This created a little bit of confusion for my GP when he said that my Neutrophil count was 0.6 and I was really happy, then he realised it was my total WCC and he did a bit of a double take. When he saw my actual neutrophil count the look on his face was priceless.

I have been advised not to go out in public, no shopping, movies socialising etc. But squirrelypoo (love that name) is the only one to have mentioned about the special diet. It makes perfect sense that some foods should be avoided. I do own 2 dogs whom I love dearly and would rather risk infecton than parting with my dogs.

I have started having a problem with bleeding gums and I don't understand why. My last blood test showed that my platelets were low normal so that shouldn't cause gum bleeding. I saw the denstist this morning and he couldn't find anything wrong except that when he touched my gums they oozed blood very easily. I don't have any tooth problems or gingivitis. Any thoughts on why this should happen? I bought some special toothpaste and mouth wash (I think they may be iodine based) from the Pharmacy to see if that helps.

It's autumn here and there are a lot of viruses going around so I'm taking the GPs advice, staying in and reading a lot. So glad I don't have to worry about work.

Wishing you all health and happiness.