High platelet count

2019-02-23 15:56:46
Recently I done my blood test, in which My MCV and MCH level is low and platelet count is high . Why these is so ? And treatment for it.
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Iron deficiency is the commonest cause of low mcv and increased platelets ...and it is very common in females and vegetarians.
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Get serum iron and ferritin levels and consult a physician.
Health Tips
Have more of green leafy veggies and yellow fruits etc

Answered2019-02-24 02:11:06

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Answered2019-02-23 17:03:59

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Hi MCV & MCH levels is about " volume of your redcell n the hemoglobin content in it " You are anemic. You could be running an iron deficiency. How much is your platelet count ? I wish to know the other values like your Hb , to tell you exactly what the issue is
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low MCH , MCV is very common among Indian females . Let's have an online consultation so that I can understand the exact values , to provide you a solution.
Health Tips
Increase iron intake. Do not ignore if your platelet count is very high.

Answered2019-02-23 17:30:13

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Hello madam, I have gone through your reppts what you have mentioned. Be cool and. relax. U have  posted a very good question.  You very concious about your health concern. Good and keep it up. Ok let us come to the point. Madam this thing can be solved by discussion  as we can not neglect this issue.
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Answered2019-02-23 16:57:53

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