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Can Lower Platelets Count Cause Low Energy Levels?
Hi I am a 65 year old male . My platelets are consistently 15 points lower than normal. My doc says so long as they are at a consistent level It is ok. I am consistently tired and have low energy levels. Is this ok? If the platelets were higher would I be less tired. I am fairly active?
Mon, 27 Jan 2014
Low platelets generally are not the direct cause of fatigue. It is usually only when low platelets lead to low red blood cell count that platelets play a role in fatigue. Make sure your other blood counts are within normal limits & follow up with your doctor regarding the severity of platelet counts.
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