Low Platelet Count

[Gardiner]

If one consistently tests low on Platelet count (e.g. 140-150 on a scale of 140-415) what possible problem (if any) might that indicate and what (again, if any) symptoms might that present? Thanks.

[hardasnails1973]

@Gardiner 2218 wrote:

If one consistently tests low on Platelet count (e.g. 140-150 on a scale of 140-415) what possible problem (if any) might that indicate and what (again, if any) symptoms might that present? Thanks.

I have the same thing and this can be low in functional b-12 deficeincy which can result from severe hypothyroidism. Low adrenals, excessive fish oils, or vitamin K deficiency may be a factor in low platelets

[Gardiner]

@hardasnails1973 2219 wrote:

I have the same thing and this can be low in functional b-12 deficeincy which can result from severe hypothyroidism. Low adrenals, excessive fish oils, or vitamin K deficiency may be a factor in low platelets

But other than possible slow clotting or bruising would one expect a low Platelet count by itself to have any physical or mental symptoms?

[hardasnails1973]

Platlets are needed for serotonin signaling, but I do not know what mechanism it works upon they are interlinked.

[DrMariano2]

@Gardiner 2218 wrote:

If one consistently tests low on Platelet count (e.g. 140-150 on a scale of 140-415) what possible problem (if any) might that indicate and what (again, if any) symptoms might that present? Thanks.

Here is good explanation:
http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/thrombocytopenia/DS00691/METHOD=print&DSECTION=all

And another:
http://www.merck.com/pubs/mmanual_ha/sec3/ch49/ch49c.html

The question to ask is what is the cause of the low platelet count. This will then give one a clue as to what possible mental or physical problems may also occur.

For example, if one has an autoimmune illness causing destruction of platelets – such as rheumatoid arthritis or lupus – then one has potentially serious risks for one’s mental and physical health. Lupus, for example, can cause various mental illnesses as it attacks the nervous system. This includes depression, anxiety, mania, psychosis, and cognitive problems.

[edterry]

I’ve had low platelet counts for several years, but I attribute that to several factors. The first was that I used to periodically donate platelets. By itself, that souldn’t have led to any problems. However, I also take niacin for my cholesterol and I perform high-intensity strength-training. Niacin has been shown to decrease platelet production. Since platelets are also involved in muscle repair, high-intensity strength-training could also deplete them. I also donate blood three to four times a year which also reduces platelet count.

Even though my platelet count is within normal limits, albeit on the low side, I don’t bruise easily (ego doesn’t count:)) and any bleeding stops normally.

[Gardiner]

Ed… I also take niacin (1.5 grams/day) so perhaps that explains it. Interesting….

[jamestrony]

Thrombocytopenia is the medical term for a number of platelets in the blood. Platelets stop the bleeding from the agglomeration and form plugs holes in blood vessels. Thrombocytopenia occurs frequently due to a particular disorder such as leukemia or immune system dysfunction, or as a side effect of medications. Thrombocytopenia can be mild and cause few symptoms.

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