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What Are The Symptoms Of Reactive Thrombocytosis
Question: What are the symptoms of reactive thrombocytosis and how is it treated I have recently seen a haemotologist and blood test revealed that my platlet count 637 in January beforevthat it was 463 and historically I seem to fluctuating levels of platelets the last blood test reveals that they were 337
I have felt ill for a long time with repeated cough and colds also dizzy spells raised temperature spots and my skin is very slow to heal also last week a had huge boils under my arms
They have said it is possible reactive thrombocytosis
My GP doesn't seem to think there's a problem but I know how I'll I feel what is this I have and is there any treatment and what else should my GP be looking for
I have felt ill for a long time with repeated cough and colds also dizzy spells raised temperature spots and my skin is very slow to heal also last week a had huge boils under my arms
They have said it is possible reactive thrombocytosis
My GP doesn't seem to think there's a problem but I know how I'll I feel what is this I have and is there any treatment and what else should my GP be looking for
Brief Answer:
Symptoms depend on the cause
Detailed Answer:
Hi, dear
I have gone through your question. I can understand your concern.
You may have reactive thrombocytosis. Symptoms depends on the cause.
Reactive thrombocytosis occurs due to many causes.
Common causes are infection, anemia, trauma, haemorrhage, surgery, post splenectomy etc.
It is not a serious problem. It will become normal by itself when the precipitating cause is cured.
If you have any infection or anemia then take treatment accordingly.
Otherwise no any treatment is required. Just repeat your complete blood count after a month.
If it increase then you should go for bone marrow examination and jak 2 mutation study to rule out essential thrombocythemia.
No need to worry right now. Just be relaxed.
Hope I have answered your question, if you have doubt then I will be happy to answer. Thanks for using health care magic. Wish you a very good health.
Symptoms depend on the cause
Detailed Answer:
Hi, dear
I have gone through your question. I can understand your concern.
You may have reactive thrombocytosis. Symptoms depends on the cause.
Reactive thrombocytosis occurs due to many causes.
Common causes are infection, anemia, trauma, haemorrhage, surgery, post splenectomy etc.
It is not a serious problem. It will become normal by itself when the precipitating cause is cured.
If you have any infection or anemia then take treatment accordingly.
Otherwise no any treatment is required. Just repeat your complete blood count after a month.
If it increase then you should go for bone marrow examination and jak 2 mutation study to rule out essential thrombocythemia.
No need to worry right now. Just be relaxed.
Hope I have answered your question, if you have doubt then I will be happy to answer. Thanks for using health care magic. Wish you a very good health.
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