Hi, i recently dicovered that i have a low platelet count at 54-58, and consistently feel light headed and fatigued and wanted to know why this is happening. Im generally very healthy, eat healthy, work out 3-4 days a weeks, and drink alcohole every second or third week. i wasnt getting any bruising or bleeding, only once couple months ago i woke up with blood nose and recently when i did a blood test the area of the niddle became bit bruised and discolored but that was after scratching as it was itchy. recently i got some flu or virus and only since then i can really notice feeling extra fatigued. so just wondering if anyone can tell me why this is happening and how it can be treated. thanks
Easy bruising or spontaneous nose bleed in repeated occasions may indicate you may have some bleeding problem. As your blood work up shows decreased platelets it can be ITP, a disease of immunological destruction of your platelets. Generally after an attack of flu you feel fatigued. It will be alright in a week or two. I would suggest you to consult a hematologist as detailed investigation may require in your case. Hope I can answer your question. Wish you good health.