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what does it mean to have  low platelets?

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Bleeding risk: Low platelets can cause easy bleeding, such as nosebleeds.  There are several causes of low platelets, so this should be followed closely.

Question 2

if you get low platelets, how do you feel?

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Symptoms: There may be no symptoms from having low platelets but it can also be associated with easy bruising or bleeding problems. The bleeding problems can range from mild to life-threatening.

Question 3

what is the definition or description of: low platelets?

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Platets are found: In the blood.  They "bud" ie break off from cells in the bone marrow called megakaryocytes.  A normal platelet count is 140-400.  Platelets are the first line of defense in blood vessel bleeding.  They "plug holes" until the coagulation proteins can begin to lay down clot.

Question 4

can gout  cause low platelets?

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Thrombocytopenia: Acute gout, a very inflammatory condition, is usually assoc. with high platelets, also called thrombocytosis. If a patient with Gout is on treatment  called allopurinol to reduce uric acid, than a side effect of this medicine is low platelets. But this is rare; would advise a thorough review of all medications and interactions to be sure that there is no unwanted side effects from medications

Question 5

can you fly with low platelets 5k?

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Type?: That's a pretty low platelet count, you would want to check with your doctor prior to flying, one risk would be the lack of ready availability of medical care. Another would be possible effects of turbulence causing some trauma. Usually flying is pretty safe though compared to the alternatives. Short haul safer than long haul. Best to get platelet count higher first. See: http://goo.Gl/mco9s.

Question 6

can low platelets cause fevers of 99-100?

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No, but: No, but low platelets can be a sign of something more ominous, from sepsis to ttp, that may be the cause of the fevers. In addition, some infections, like rickettsial infections, have hallmarks such as low platelets.  See your doctor.

Question 7

does having low platelets make you tired?

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Thrombocytopenia: No. Low platelets do not cause fatigue  but this could be associated with anemia or other blood related issues that could. You should seek medical advice from your internist.

Question 8

what kind of headaches are a result of low platelets?

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Depends! .See below: Low platelets by itself does not usually cause headaches. Headaches could be part of a rare condition with low platelets called ttp that is a medical emergency. Headaches could also occur it platelets are very low and if there is bleeding in the brain, again a medical emergency. Headaches may occur as part of an illness that could also cause low platelets.

Question 9

is it possible for low platelets to be the start of leukemia?

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Low Platelet Count: Leukemia can cause low platelets. But there are MUCH more common causes of low platelets, such as: lab error (PLT clumping), pregnancy, liver disease, autoimmune ITP, inherited syndromes, infections (especially viral), medications, OTC nutritional supplements, tonic water (quinine), alcohol, and other causes. Leukemia often shows abnormal WBC count and anemia. Doc visit is needed to pinpoint cause

Question 10

are you familiar with nplate injections for low platelets?

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Yes: Nplate’s active ingredient is romiplostim, which is a protein used to treat low platelet counts in patients with immune (idiopathic) thrombocytopenic purpura (called ITP), romiplostim works by stimulating the bone marrow (part of the bone which makes blood cells) to produce more platelets. This should help to prevent bruising and bleeding associated with ITP.

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