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I had a bad viral infection which caused my wbc and platelet level to decrease (wbc 2.5 and platelets 112). a few days later they repeated the blood test and wbc normalized but platelets still low (120). will the platelets eventually go back up?

Q: i had a bad viral infection which caused my wbc and platelet level to decrease (wbc 2.5 and platelets 112). a few days later they repeated the blood test and wbc normalized but platelets still low (120). will the platelets eventually go back up?

: It is very likely that your platelets will be back to normal within the next few weeks. I would advise you to follow up with your doctor one more time to assess.

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Dr. Arthur Grinstead answered

It is very likely that your platelets will be back to normal within the next few weeks. I would advise you to follow up with your doctor one more time to assess.

Dr Ferranti agreed

Answered 4/3/2021

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Dr. Jay Park answered

Very likely Your platelet count is a bit lower than normal level, however, you are not in a danger to bleed. Rechecking blood counts in 2 weeks is advisable.

Dr Ferranti agreed

Answered 4/3/2021

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A member asked:

I had a bad viral infection which caused my wbc and platelet level to decrease (wbc 2.5 and platelets 112). a few days later they repeated the blood test and wbc normalized but platelets still low (120). will the platelets eventually go back up?

3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Arthur Grinstead answered

Dr Ferranti agreed

Dr. Jay Park answered

Dr Ferranti agreed

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