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Can a cold or stomach virus cause a low platelet count?

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Thrombocytopenia: Several different type of viruses can cause low platelet counts (thrombocytopenia). If your platelet count doesn't improve after the viral infection has resolved you will need to see a hematologist for further evaluation.

Dr Villaplana and 4 doctors agreed

Answered 3/29/2019

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