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Dengue, ptalelet down from 2lac to 71 k
My husband diagnosed with dengue on 1st day of fever, that day platelet count was 2 lacs. Today on 6th day of diagnosis, the platelet count has fallen to 71 k , but he is not having any severe symptoms, no fever,no vomit, no bodyache, no headache , weakness. Sleeps properly at night
No rash.
He is eating kiwi, papaya leaf extract, papaya, coconut water, half chapati and boiled dal.
My question is ,why is his platelets falling approximately 35 k everyday?
Please help , I am bothered.
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Platelet count falls in any viral fever and Dengue is also a viral infection.
But still it is not at a stage when platelet infusion is required.
Your husband is getting appropriate treatment. His platelet count will start rising now.
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Dr. Anuj Mothsra
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5 yrs exp
Jhunjhunu
Can help you, kindly consult and provide detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management
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Dr. Magdum Bathusha
General Physician
10 yrs exp
Chennai
Key is hydration
Daily atleast 4 L water
Ors frequently
Daily monitor cbc
If platelet below 20k visit near by hospital
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Dr. Chaithra H
General Physician
3 yrs exp
Bangalore
It is more of thrombocytopenia.
Watch for warning symptoms now.
Pain abdomen , vomiting , bleeding manifestations.
If you have any problems .
Kindly consult.
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Dr. Najeeb T
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7 yrs exp
Malappuram
Patient's detailed medical history is required. It is recommended to consult a doctor professional through the Practo app or visit a local medical facility for a thorough evaluation.
Please keep in mind that detailed medical history is crucial for proper diagnosis and treatment.
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Dr. Manoj Kumar
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7 yrs exp
Dehradun
Need few more details
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Dr. Konica gupta
General Physician
3 yrs exp
Ghaziabad
It’s Dengue and platelets fall is significant in your husband, continue the treatment and remedies
Next Steps
Get platelet tested every morning
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