I'm really concerned because I've been dealing with low platelet levels for about a year now, and I've noticed that every morning I wake up with a cough that brings up dark blood. On top of that, I've been having chronic cough and cold issues. What steps should I take to address these problems?

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Dr Dhankecha Dineshbhai

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MBBS
6+ Yrs

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Ecg and sputum for AFB and microscopy is advised to the patient.

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Consult a Haematologist

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Answered 04/07/2025

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I'm really worried about my swollen lymph nodes in the posterior triangle. It's been about 5 months now, and even though the FNAC report says they're reactive, theyre still hard, tender, and moveable. I finished the antibiotics my doctor prescribed, but the swelling hasnt gone down. Could it be possible for lymph nodes from an infection to stay swollen for this long? What should I do next?

visit dermatologist for evaluation and appropriate management

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I'm really concerned about my cousin. He had typhoid last year, and ever since, his platelet count has been dropping randomly, sometimes getting as low as 60k. It's weird because he doesn't have a fever or feel any other symptoms. We're all pretty worried about what's causing this fluctuation in his platelets. Do you have any idea what might be going on, and what we should do next?

take kiwi fruit

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I recently found out that my ferritin levels are at 9.78 ngmL, which seems to be lower than the normal range. I'm a 41-year-old female and I'm starting to get worried. I'm considering consulting a hematologist for advice on safe iron supplements to help increase my levels. Are there any specific supplements or dietary changes I should consider? Is there cause for concern with levels this low?

yes consult your hemotologist

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