A member asked:

How/should i raise my platelet count, 43k/ul? i have stage 4 prostate cancer. dr. has given my 2 to 6 months. my plt has been going down for 5 months

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Dr. Ira Friedlander answered

Specializes in Cardiac Electrophysiology

Unfortunately there: is no way to raise the count other than transfusion. It would probably be beneficial for you and your family to discuss your plans for a comfortable end game with a palliative care team. Ask your health care professionals for a referral.

Answered 12/4/2017

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