Question 1

I'm on the 9th day of my Dengue treatment, and my platelet count is at 36k. Everything else in my body and reports seems okay. I've been eating and drinking as much as I can to try and boost the count, but for the past two days, it's been stuck between 24k and 36k. I'm not sure what else I should do. Any advice?

Accepted Answer

it is normal

Question 2

I've been noticing some random bruising on my left leg and other areas of my body, and there's no pain or any injury that I can think of. They just show up without any warning. I'm also experiencing delayed periods and was wondering if these might be related in some way? On top of that, I've been diagnosed with vertigo. Could there be any connection between these symptoms? It's all starting to worry me a bit.

Accepted Answer

Burning Sole, Chronic Fatigue, and Associated Symptoms

_Possible Underlying Conditions_

1. _Vitamin deficiencies_: Vitamin B12, iron, or magnesium deficiencies can cause burning sensations, fatigue, and neurological symptoms.
2. _Diabetes or prediabetes_: Nerve damage (neuropathy) can cause burning sensations in the feet.
3. _Thyroid disorders_: Hypothyroidism (underactive thyroid) can cause fatigue, hair loss, and cognitive impairment.
4. _Anemia_: Iron-deficiency anemia can cause fatigue, hair loss, and cognitive impairment.
5. _Neurological conditions_: Conditions like peripheral neuropathy, multiple sclerosis, or fibromyalgia can cause burning sensations, fatigue, and cognitive impairment.

_Recommended Tests_

1. _Complete Blood Count (CBC)_: To check for anemia, vitamin deficiencies, and infection.
2. _Blood glucose and HbA1c_: To check for diabetes or prediabetes.
3. _Thyroid Function Tests (TFTs)_: To check for thyroid disorders.
4. _Vitamin B12 and iron levels_: To check for deficiencies.
5. _Nerve conduction studies (NCS) and electromyography (EMG)_: To check for nerve damage.

_Treatment and Management_

1. _Address underlying conditions_: Treat any underlying conditions, such as vitamin deficiencies or thyroid disorders.
2. _Pain management_: Use pain-relieving medications or alternative therapies like acupuncture or physical therapy.
3. _Lifestyle modifications_: Maintain a healthy diet, exercise regularly, and manage stress.

_Consult a Specialist_

1. _Neurologist_: For evaluation and management of neurological symptoms.
2. _Endocrinologist_: For evaluation and management of thyroid disorders or diabetes.
3. _Primary care physician_: For ongoing monitoring and management of your condition.

Question 3

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.

I've got my blood test results back from January 6th, 22, and it shows my total protein is 8.9, and my globulin is 4.10, both higher than the normal range. I've attached the test report for your review. Can you help me understand what this means and suggest what I should do next?

Physician opinion is advised to the patient.

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