Helo doctor! my aunt recently had a blood test. Reports showed that her platelet count was about 20, 000. So, please advice how can she overcome from that low platelet count. And what kind of treatment she needs? Please suggest me.

Dr. Lalit Kumar TripathyGeneral Physician40yrs exp

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platelet count could be low due to viral diseases, ITP(idiopathic thrombocytopenic purpura) and other diseases. Do complete Blood count and peripheral smear examination and consult physician. Follow the advice given below. Include the following in your diet 1.Papaya,Pomegranate,milk, 2.Diet rich in folic acid like orange juice, spinach, chicken, Fish 3.Vitamin A rich food like carrot, pumpkin, sweet potato, 4.Vitamin K rich food like egg, vegetables, whole grain, organic bean etc 1.Papaya,Pomegranate,milk, 2.Diet rich in folic acid like orange juice, spinach, chicken, Fish 3.Vitamin A rich food like carrot, pumpkin, sweet potato, 4.Vitamin K rich food like egg, vegetables, whole grain, organic bean etc 

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