platelet count
Is my platelet count too low at 88
A low platelet count generally puts an individual at high risk of bleeding, or hemorrhage. The underlying cause of a low platelet count could be several diseases ranging from a something benign to HIV or leukemia.
Visceral leishmaniasis can affect the spleen, liver, and bone marrow. It can also cause low red blood cell count, low white blood cell count, and low platelet count.
Low blood platelets will affect clotting. Thrombocytopenia is the official term for low platelet count - lower than normal range. Too low can affect coagulation (clotting).
Thrombocytopenic Purpura
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This is medical terminology for a low platelet count condition.
It's abnormal (low).
Platelet parameters on PDW being low is indicative of the probability of increased bleeding. When a platelet count is low, a person may be asymptomatic until injury or surgery.
no, it doesn't mean that there is HIV