Question 1

I've had chronic ITP since I was a kid and my platelets are usually low, like under 20000, but they've been stable at 80000 for a while now. I'm 23 and recently needed amoxicillin for a couple of weeks, which is when I started noticing some random bruising, like one on my thigh that's a few inches long. It's kind of freaking me out because I haven't experienced this in a bit and there are no other symptoms. Should I be worried about this?

Accepted Answer

I would advise you to visit the ER, it is likely that your platelets have dropped down to a dangerous level. So kindly go to the ER and get evaluated at the earliest and take the necessary treatment for it. Drink pappaya leaf juice which will help increase the level of platelets.

Question 2

I'm really worried about my wife. She's been having a fever every week and then we just saw in her blood report that her hemoglobin is pretty low, like 7.7. Could you help me understand what's going on with her?

Accepted Answer

Recurrent fever and low hemoglobin (7.7%) in your wife's blood report suggest an underlying condition that requires medical attention; possible causes include iron deficiency anemia, chronic infections, autoimmune disorders, or malignancies; consult a general physician to conduct further investigations, such as iron studies, vitamin B12 and folate levels, and imaging tests, to determine the underlying cause and develop an appropriate treatment plan.

Question 3

My haemoglobin level came back as 11.8, which I know is a bit lower than normal. Should I be making an appointment to see a doctor or would it be enough to just add more iron and vitamins to my meals?

Accepted Answer

With a hemoglobin level of 11.8, which is slightly below the normal range, you can start by incorporating iron-rich foods like spinach, beans, lentils, and fortified cereals, as well as vitamin C-rich foods like citrus fruits and bell peppers to enhance iron absorption

I recently got my CBC test done on March 29th, and the results showed that my lymphocyte count is at 43. Is that considered normal, or should I be concerned about it? Do I need to consider taking any medication for this?

its in normal range. no need of medication

More Haematology Health Queries

I'm really worried about my wife. She's been having a fever every week and then we just saw in her blood report that her hemoglobin is pretty low, like 7.7. Could you help me understand what's going on with her?

My haemoglobin level came back as 11.8, which I know is a bit lower than normal. Should I be making an appointment to see a doctor or would it be enough to just add more iron and vitamins to my meals?

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