I'm a bit worried because my platelet count came back at 97,000. Is that considered low? Should I be concerned about it, and do you think it's necessary to have my platelets checked again?

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Dr Anshul Maheshwari

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Platelet count less than 1.5L is Thrombocytopenia,but transfusion is not necessary for 97K ,Consume Vitamin E rich food for improving platelets

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Consult a Haematologist

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Answered 04/07/2025

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I'm really worried about my wife. Her hemoglobin count is down to 6.2, and Im not sure what we should do. Shes also dealing with asthma, adenomyosis, endometriosis, and she's gained some weight. Could you give us some advice on how to handle everything that's going on?

she needs blood transfusion

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I've been noticing some random bruises popping up on my thighs, mainly on the top or side, for over 6 months now. Any idea what might be causing this?

That could be Fungal infection, maintain personal hygiene and visit Dermatologist for appropriate management

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I'm really concerned about my brother. His CBC report shows elevated neutrophils at 7.59, low lymphocytes at 17, eosinophils at 0.54, TLC is at 10.3, and his RBC count is 4.45. The other day he fainted after being outside in the heat. What could be causing this? I'm quite worried and just want to understand what's going on.

Visit Physician for evaluation and appropriate management

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