Diagnosed with dengue today and already hospitalized. I was admitted on Tuesday evening for a viral infection. Blood reports were done on Monday, Thursday, and today. My platelet count dropped from 1.8 to 0.90, and now it is 0.28. After that, the dengue test came back positive. Please suggest what should be done.

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Dr Yusuf Mohammad

General Practitioner

MBBS
8+ Yrs

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Your platelet count is critically low, which can be dangerous in dengue. Immediate hospital care, fluid intake, and rest are essential. Avoid painkillers like ibuprofen. Monitor daily platelet count and overall health closely. Consult your doctor regularly.

Dr. Yusuf Suggests...

Take a CBC Test (Complete Blood Count) Test or Take a DENGUE SEROLOGY RAPID (IgM AND NS1 ANTIGEN) - KA Test

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