A few days ago I passed medical examination in the clinic, where I had to take a complete blood count. The result showed reduced levels of platelets in the blood ⬇. On health is not complaining, I feel good. What could affect this?
Within the heading "Medicine in simple language", explain the reasons for reduction of platelets in the blood. First, a little theory (quite a bit, and then you will know how her "love").
⭕ platelets - it blood cells, the main function of which is blood clotting. When the wound, they form a primary plug and clog the damaged vessel. In the normal state of the blood content is 180 - 400 * 109 / l, i.e. the average milliardov 250 platelets per one liter of blood. Under the influence of various factors, their number can vary. Why did they fall?
Factors decrease in blood platelets
Reducing the occurrence of platelets in the blood can trigger a variety of diseases, such as:
- Deficiency of vitamin B12 (Article: "What foods contain vitamin B, and for what it is ");
- Viral infections (influenza, herpes);
- Violation of the liver (hepatitis);
- Alcohol poisoning;
- Kidney disease;
- blood disease (leukemia);
- Allergic reactions (article: "The main reason for the spring allergy ");
- The loss of large quantities of blood (injury or after surgical operations);
- Impaired immunity;
- Worm infestation (Article: "How do you know that you have worms? ")
- Iron-deficiency anemia;
- Malignancies.
Yes, the last paragraph of the most terrible, but it honestly, and he has a place to be. It also happens that women have slightly lowered platelets during menstruation. In this case, do not worry, this is easily reversible.
It should be borne in mind that during pregnancy there is a fluctuation of platelet indices downward. This is a natural factor, although it is recommended by a doctor observed and correct the condition.
But fortunately (or unfortunately), I'm not pregnant, much less a woman 😁 (article: "Laughter prolongs life? A selection of jokes about doctors - Part 1"). Therefore, such a plan of action tomorrow going to be tested again. If "decreased platelets" confirmed, will undergo a comprehensive medical examination, aimed at identifying the reasons for lowering platelet counts. I'll start with the most likely renal ultrasound, and then, as an expert advises.
I hope I was able to bring you information and tell you which is why the platelets in the blood drop.
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