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What Causes Constant Low Platelet Count In Blood?
Hi...I have an 8 month old and during my pregnancy my blood platelet count dropped into the 50s. During my first pregnancy three years ago, they were low as well, 60s during delivery. I have been getting checked since. Two months ago my platelet count was 146. Today, my platelet count dropped to 119. I am 31 years old, and am concerned since they are still on the low end. My doctor doesn't seem concerned at this time but I would love a second opinion. It no longer seems related to pregnancy.
Mon, 5 Jan 2015
Hi,
Thanks for asking.
Based on your query, my opinion is as follows.
1. Yes, not related to pregnancy.
2. Even though the platelet count range is between 1.5-4 lakhs, count less than 50000 is considered risky, and below 10000… critical.
3. Anything above 1 lakh is considered good platelet count and not to be worried.
4. Take good amount of vit B12 along with folic acid supplements.
Hope it helps.
Any further queries, happy to help again.
Thanks for asking.
Based on your query, my opinion is as follows.
1. Yes, not related to pregnancy.
2. Even though the platelet count range is between 1.5-4 lakhs, count less than 50000 is considered risky, and below 10000… critical.
3. Anything above 1 lakh is considered good platelet count and not to be worried.
4. Take good amount of vit B12 along with folic acid supplements.
Hope it helps.
Any further queries, happy to help again.
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