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Are borderline low platelets (174x10e3/ul) and 2 petechiae on abdomen suggestive of leukemia? wbc, rbc, differential all normal and feel fine. thanks!

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Not leukemia: There is no evidence of leukemia and your platelet count is not abnormal. Two petecchiae are not impressive, but if showers of them occur and/or if there are nose or gum bleeding, the capillary fragility, vasculitis, liver disorders,medications like aspirin or Aleve (naproxen) are considerations. A hemtologist best qualified to evaluate you if you have further concerns.

Answered 4/19/2017

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Dr. James Blachly answered

Specializes in Medical Oncology

Not generally: Unless there is other history to suggest as much, the picture you presented is not suggestive of leukemia.

Answered 10/29/2015

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Dr. Hunter Handsfield answered

Specializes in Infectious Disease

Not leukemia: Petechiae due to low platelets would require a much lower platelet count, under 20,000 or so and often lower than that. So whatever the marks on your abdomen, they aren't petechiae due to low platelets. And with the rest of your blood counts normal, leukemia should not be on your mind. See your doctor if you remain concerned, but I see no reason for worry.

Answered 7/29/2017

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