Is Platelet Count Of 99000 A Cause For Concern?

Posted on Sun, 30 Jul 2017

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Sun, 30 Jul 2017 Answered on

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Question : I have platelet count of 90k and WBC of 4k and my dengue test is negative. What could be reason for low counts

I also have intermittent stomach pain and loose motion.

Is there anything i need to be concerned of.

Answered by Dr. Deepak Sundriyal (11 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Hello. There is nothing to worry

Detailed Answer:
Hello dear.
I have gone through the query.

So your have a borderline low platelets of 99000. Platelet count can be low in any viral infection and they recover on its own. If there is no bleeding, or rash , there is nothing to worry. Get it repeated after 3 days. If the trend is falling, then only you may require some additional tests.

Thanks and regards

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Vaishalee Punj

Follow up: Dr. Deepak Sundriyal (13 minutes later)

Thanks Sir

I am being diagnosed with below
1. O2 - Antibiotic
2. Calpol - PCM

Is there anything which should be added or any precautions need to be taken.

Any Homely remedy which can help (diet etc)

Answered by Dr. Deepak Sundriyal (2 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Hello. Plenty of fluids is required

Detailed Answer:
Hello dear. Besides that, plenty of fluid (ORS) is required. You will be alright in a couple of days.
Thanks

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Vaishalee Punj