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Does high platelets from blood loss (iron deficiency anemia) cause blood clotting?

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Can cause: Yes, studies have reported that iron deficiency anemia can cause increase risk of blood clots, however they are not clear if from high platelets, or small RBC size which bounces off more on the endothelial vessel lining, or possible increase in F-VIII levels https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2011/12/111215095459.htm

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Answered 1/29/2021

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