Nine years ago, I had an infection following a dog bite, which caused my eosinophils to increase significantly, and I was on bed rest for 8 months. Since then, I have been doing a CBC test every year. I have noticed that my WBC and platelets have been decreasing year after year, and I randomly experience body itching. My WBC and platelets have now fallen to the lower margins. Why is this happening? Does the infection from 9 years ago have any role in this, or is there some other reason? I have consulted many doctors and searched online, but I cannot understand the reason. Can anyone help me understand this?

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Dr Bhanu Prakash

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Chronic drop in WBC/platelets is unlikely from a past infection alone. Could be due to bone marrow issues, autoimmunity, or nutritional causes. Needs evaluation by a hematologist. Avoid self diagnosis online.

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