- Male
- 48 Years
- 29/01/2025
I'm really worried about my dad. He had a fever around 5 days ago, and now we've noticed his platelet count is dropping rapidly. It was 100,000, then went down to 70,000 in just a couple of days. This morning it was at 70,000, but by this evening it's fallen to 34,000. He's not showing signs of Dengue fever, so I'm concerned about what's going on. Could you help us understand what's happening?
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Platelet count dropping significantly can be concerning. It is important to investigate the underlying cause. Given that your dad is not having Dengue fever, other possible causes could include infections, certain medications, autoimmune disorders, or even bone marrow issues. I would recommend consulting a hematologist for further evaluation and management. In the meantime, medications like "Wysolone" and "Azoran" may be prescribed to help increase platelet production.
Dr. Dhankecha Suggests...
Consult a Haematologist
Answered 04/07/2025
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