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Urgent care needed

2015-10-03 05:57:57
I got just 62000 platelet counts now. I gotta way out to boost them. Have been struggling with dengue for last 4 days. High fever. Chest congestion at times. Refraining to get hospitalized. Any help?
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hello there. you should get hospitalised ASAP. it's very dangerous with such low platelet count. iv fluids should be started along with supportive therapy. drink lots of water. consult a physician. regards

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