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Should I go to Dr.?

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13 years 1 week ago #32223 by ambermarie3282
Should I go to Dr.? was created by ambermarie3282
I was diagnosed with ITP in Jan. of 2012, at that point i had the rash on my foot and leg and face and something just didnt' sit right with me so i went to stat care and they said my platelet level was 8,000 and so I had a platelet transfusion and was on prednisone for a few months until my leveles were back up. Since then I have not had any other occurrences. My levels have been good, but I am worried all the time. I have a small pitechia rash on my chest today, and some bruises on the back of my arm, that I have no idea where they came from. My husband is worried and wants me to go to the er and have it checked, since it is a Sunday, nothing else is open. Do you think I should or should I just wait till tomorrow and go have my blood taken. I hate to go to the ER for it. grrr... I hate always being nervous :unsure: :huh: and worried that it is going to come back.
THANKS!! Amber

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13 years 1 week ago #32224 by Sandi
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Amber:

Low platelets are not always a medical emergency. Symptoms mean a lot, and yours do not seem that bad since you have no active bleeding. If I were you, I'd just have a count done tomorrow, if possible. If symptoms increase before that, then yes, get immediate care.

Try to relax. You'll be okay.

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