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Vancomycin/levaquin for meningitis last year. ever since, times of weak/aches. had low platelets 115k, wbc 3.55. can meds have damaged my bone marrow?

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Dr. Patrick Connerly answered

Yes: Levaquin has been associated with nerve damage and weakness, though a year later is unusual. The infection or meds might have caused bone marrow damage. You may need to see a hematologist

Dr Kaushik and another doctor agreed

Answered 12/10/2016

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A member asked:

Vancomycin/levaquin for meningitis last year. ever since, times of weak/aches. had low platelets 115k, wbc 3.55. can meds have damaged my bone marrow?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Patrick Connerly answered

Dr Kaushik and another doctor agreed

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