My son had mono Feb 03 and then left with chronic fatigue. His white blood count was always low. My MD suggested giving him astragalus herb because it is suppose to support immune system and make new white blood cells. I gave him this for about two weeks and then one day he said "I want to go back to school" He never said he was tired after that and now plays basketball for hours on end.

It might be worth a try to some. We used the brand "Herbs for Kids" Astragalus Extract.

Lynn

My son had mono Feb 03 and then left with chronic fatigue. His white blood count was always low. My MD suggested giving him astragalus herb because it is suppose to support immune system and make new white blood cells. I gave him this for about two weeks and then one day he said "I want to go back to school" He never said he was tired after that and now plays basketball for hours on end.

It might be worth a try to some. We used the brand "Herbs for Kids" Astragalus Extract.

Lynn

Hi Lynn,
what test do they give to check white blood cells. I have had two CBC's can they detect low white blood cells.

Hi Lynn,
what test do they give to check white blood cells. I have had two CBC's can they detect low white blood cells.

I believe it was just the standard blood tests if there is one. WHen you look at the scores his white blood count was not within normal range. He had chronice fatigue for eight months where he was really homebound. I can dig out his tests later and see what I can tell you then as far as the exact tests.

I also have heard astragulus containing formulas are great. Or formulas w/malic acid. Dr. Jacob Teitelabaum (sp?) has a variety of products which a friend of mine has been taking. Has made a huge difference to her.