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Low platelets: my oncologist is advising bone marrow biopsy

Blood Cancers & Disorders | Last Active: Nov 15, 2022 | Replies (4)
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@tyson1221

Thank you for responding an no never had bmb befor just having been thru surgeries in past for cancer an chemo I don’t like to be over treated but I gotta stay ahead of this an was just seein wat others experiences out there were an was wondering why not try diet vitamins for couple months an then see how platelets are an have also heard Covid has done this to other people

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Lori, Volunteer Mentor | @loribmt | Nov 15, 2022

I can fully understand not wanting to over treat symptoms or the desire to work holistically to correct a problem. But with potential blood diseases, it’s best to find the root of the problem to catch anything early…and that is within the bone marrow.

The BMBX isn’t a treatment at all, it is a diagnostic test and for peace of mind, it would be a good idea to just have that done if your doctor is recommending it.

If you try the supplement route, make sure you talk this over with your oncologist first. And if you’re reticent to have the test, also discuss that with your doctor to see if watchful waiting is an option. But with a platelet level of 40,000, when normal ranges should about 150,000 to 450,000, it’s a signal that there is a “error code” that needs to be investigated. Covid can be a consideration as well as other potential issues. But your doctor is right to pursue this. What do you think? 🙂

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