What is next if platelets is low?
Camellia
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What is next if platelets is low?
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I'm assuming that this is due to chemo. They will usually wait a week and repeat the bloodwork to see if the platelet count has recovered. With low platelets, there is a risk of serious bleeding from the smallest bump or scape.0
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Sorry to hear this. Have you asked doctor or nurse? Often, your blood numbers will run like the tides of the ocean, or a roller coaster. Generally, they increase after your marrow has some time to recover following each infusion.0
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I was told it had nothing to do with diet or other behavior. Chemo lowers platelets. The only thing they had me do is wait a week.0
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I have had problems with my hemoglobin for years. If mine drops below 10 I must have an injection to boost the hemoglobin. They usually start the shot on a lower dose until they feel they've got the right dose for you. They had to increase my dose once. I still have a problem occasionally but not like before the shots.0
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I have had problems with my hemoglobin for years. If mine drops below 10 I must have an injection to boost the hemoglobin. They usually start the shot on a lower dose until they feel they've got the right dose for you. They had to increase my dose once. I still have a problem occasionally but not like before the shots. And I do have to warn you if you need one, they do sting.0
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After I started chemo my platelet count was really low my oncologist gave me blood builder shots and I had a couple of transfusions, then IV iron. After all that I felt amazing. Like a new person. Had my energy back. Talk to your oncologist about your options. God bless you.0
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Prior to chemo, I took iron supplements. The caution about supplements is that they may not work for men with heart issues. I personally have been anemic for years, and I took iron for 30 years on the side. If you are adding it to your regimen, make sure you have the right amount.
During chemo, I saw a guy get iron during an IV.0
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