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Platelet Count Has Come Down Drastically Due To Dengue. What Will Happen When Fever Subsides?
My son was diagnosed with dengue 2 days ago. Today will be his 5th day of high fever. This is his second time getting dengue. My concern is that his platelet count has dropped to 26000 even before his fever has subsided.
I am worried about what will happen to his platelet count when his fever eventually subsides. Should I be concerned
and what should I do?
I am worried about what will happen to his platelet count when his fever eventually subsides. Should I be concerned
and what should I do?
Thu, 9 Jan 2014
Hello,
I have gone through your query and understand your concern.
His Platelet count will eventually increase when he recovers from dengue infection.
if the platelet count drops further, He may need platelet transfusion.
Thus nothing to worry about this.
Have you confirmed the dengue fever with NS1 antigen.
NS1 Positive?
because IgG may be positive in previously infected cases.
Thus if NS1 is negative, Please do the investigations for any platelet disorder.
Give plenty of water. Give him healthy foods.
Hope this helps.
Please write back for further queries.
Wishing you good health.
I have gone through your query and understand your concern.
His Platelet count will eventually increase when he recovers from dengue infection.
if the platelet count drops further, He may need platelet transfusion.
Thus nothing to worry about this.
Have you confirmed the dengue fever with NS1 antigen.
NS1 Positive?
because IgG may be positive in previously infected cases.
Thus if NS1 is negative, Please do the investigations for any platelet disorder.
Give plenty of water. Give him healthy foods.
Hope this helps.
Please write back for further queries.
Wishing you good health.
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