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Mild splenomalgy u/s, normal cbc(platelets lower end of normal), 10 petechia that came after hot shower, most faded in days. worrisome? gp not worried

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Dr. Gurmukh Singh answered

Consult hematologist: Enlarged spleen with low platelet count needs to be looked into, even if it not symptomatic at this time. It would be prudent to consult a hematologist.

Answered 9/14/2015

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A member asked:

Mild splenomalgy u/s, normal cbc(platelets lower end of normal), 10 petechia that came after hot shower, most faded in days. worrisome? gp not worried

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Gurmukh Singh answered

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