Question 1

what could cause low platelets?

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Many things: Low platelets are caused either because the bone marrow is not making enough platelets, or they are being destroyed.  This is a potentially serious problem and should be evaluated by a hematologist.

Question 2

what are causes for mildly low platelets?

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See below: Please consult this site for information on this topic.
http://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/thrombocytopenia/basics/causes/CON-20027170

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Question 3

can you tell me about any genetic conditions which causes low platelets?

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Low platelets: Low platelet counts are usually not representative of any specific genetic condition, but reflect chronic illness, liver disease, or bone marrow dysfunction.  There are some autoimmune diseases such as ITP [idiopathic thrombocytopenia] which occur in people with Lupus, Rheumatoid Arthritis, etc, which have a genetic component.  I would consult a genetic counselor for more information.

Question 4

low platelets 135 (150-410) & raised mch 34.6 (27.0-32.0) what could be cause?

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Lots causesneed eval: The mild low platelets plus large red cells suggest metabolic effects, including drugs ethanol , etcetera but may also require additional serological hematologic studies to exclude diseases from blood producing organs like the bone marrow, if those former metabolic causes are not present.

Question 5

i have mild low platelets, can it be caused by dehydration, stress, etc? if so, can reversing that improve platelet counts?

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Just how low?: If the count is between 100000 and 150000, we usually never figure out why and it's not of any concern. The reference range is set so that a few percent of healthies fall outside on either end.

Question 6

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 7

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 8

i have  a tooth abcess ans slightlyl low platelets. could the abcess cause low platelets?

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Low platelet count: A low platelet count can occur after blood poisoning from a widespread bacterial infection. It would not occur from a tooth abscess or other local infection.

Question 9

i have mildly low wbc and mildly low platelets.  my platelets (auto) are 135 on a range of 143-398.  my wbc is 3.90 (range 4.16-9.95).  what is cause?

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Low platelets, WBC: There are many possible causes of low platelets and low WBC.  Some medications can do this, some viral infections and many other causes.  It is best to see your doctor regularly to follow up on these tests to make sure they are not decreasing to a serious level. Then, you may need more extensive testing.

Question 10

would taking depakote cause both low platelets and low neutrophils?

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Rarely, yes: Most people who take Depakote (valproic acid) have no impact on their blood.  Some people, however, can develop low platelets or low neutrophils or both.  Of course, those blood problems may also occur to people taking Depakote but be completely unrelated to the drug.  A hematologist is the doctor to sort out the question.

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