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Petechia 2 weeks. blood work done. normal platelet count, stomach pain 24hrs . orchitis 2 hrs , sore throat at start , doctor has no answer , help ?

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Dr. Martin Fried answered

Specializes in Nutrition

Platelet function: Platelet count may be ok, but their function may not be ok if youre getting pettechia. This deserves further investigation. COnsider a blood disorder specialist- a hematologist to look into why you have pettechia.

Answered 3/11/2015

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