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What Causes Sudden Drop In The Platelet Count?
What would cause a drop in platelets? 5 years ago, my platelets were at 80k. I was not able to follow up on this due to no insurance. This year I got a CBC and my blood platelets were at 90k with a MPV of 14.0. All other blood seems ok. I had a differential test done and it detected that giant platelets were present. I also have DiGeorge syndrome. Is this a concern? Something I ll be continously monitored by a hematologist? I also have a fractured clavicle near my A.C. joint that was not caused by anything, other than possibly lifting my kids. Rheaumatologist said I may have osteoperosis but my calcium levels are fine. I m 29 years old. Thank you.
Mon, 8 Aug 2016
The cause of your low platleys seems to be ITP (Idiopathic Thrombocytopenic Purpura) which occurs in females of reproductive age. The body forms antibodies against the platelets which leads to their destruction in the spleen. The finding of giant platlets is related to this disease. As the name suggests, it is idiopathic which means that no cause could be identified for it till now. Hope this answers your question.
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