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Does a very low plt count damage the ability to resist infection? if so, would the immune system return to normal as soon as the plt returns to normal?

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Dr. John Chiu answered

No: but you are at risk for hemorrhagic problems with a very low PLT count. It has little to do with your immune system however.

Dr Munshower agreed

Answered 1/5/2019

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A member asked:

Does a very low plt count damage the ability to resist infection? if so, would the immune system return to normal as soon as the plt returns to normal?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. John Chiu answered

Dr Munshower agreed

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