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Why The Platelet Count Goes Donw?

I have naturally low plaelete count and just reciently it has been going down more...last blood test was at 69,000...no other abnormalities with blood, went to visit hemotologist he thinks itp, I weight train...pretty intensely, can I continue that without worry? or do I need to let up?
Thu, 28 Aug 2014
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Hi

Thanks for posting your query.

There are many causes for low platelet count. But since you have consulted hematologist and he thinks as ITP even i agree with that diagnosis.
Now coming to your query, low platelet poses risk of bleeding. In such a situation heavy exercise where the chances of external or internal injuries are high is not advisable. I advise you to do light aerobic exercise but not heavy exercise.

Any further clarification feel free to ask .

Regards.
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Why The Platelet Count Goes Donw?

Hi Thanks for posting your query. There are many causes for low platelet count. But since you have consulted hematologist and he thinks as ITP even i agree with that diagnosis. Now coming to your query, low platelet poses risk of bleeding. In such a situation heavy exercise where the chances of external or internal injuries are high is not advisable. I advise you to do light aerobic exercise but not heavy exercise. Any further clarification feel free to ask . Regards.