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Thrombocytosis

Thrombocytosis is a disorder where your body produces too many platelets.

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Thrombocytosis

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  1. THROMBOCYTOSIS

  2. Thrombocytosis is a disorder where your body produces too many platelets. Platelets are blood particles produced within the bone marrow that play an important role in the process of forming blood clots.

  3. TYPES Essential thrombocythemia Reactive thrombocytosis Symptoms include: It is caused by an underlying medical problem, like: Headache Dizziness or lightheadedness Chest pain Weakness Numbness or tingling of the hands and feet Acute bleeding and blood loss Cancer Infections Iron deficiency Removal of your spleen

  4. Your doctor may also order tests to check for: Abnormal levels of iron in your blood Markers of inflammation Undiagnosed cancer Associated gene mutations

  5. TREATMENT Reactive thrombocytosis Treatment for this condition depends upon the cause. If you have had significant blood loss from a recent surgery or an injury, your elevated platelet count may resolve on its own. If you have a chronic infection or an inflammatory disease, your platelet count probably will remain high until the condition is under control. If you have had your spleen removed (splenectomy), you may have lifelong thrombocytosis, but you are unlikely to need treatment. Essential thrombocythemia You may need to take drugs or have procedures to lower your platelet counts if you: Have a history of blood clots or bleeding Have risk factors for heart disease Are older than 60 Have a platelet count greater than one million

  6. If you or anyone you know is suffering from thrombocytosis, our expert providers at Specialty Care Clinics will take care of your health and help you recover. Call us on 469-545-9983

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