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How can I raise my platelet count? (With food)
Blood Cancers & Disorders | Last Active: Sep 22, 2023 | Replies (14)Comment receiving replies
Hi @1deedee, we do have to cautious with taking any supplements like papaya leaf extract when we have blood cancers.
While they may have some great potential value, such as boosting platelets and over all health because of anti-inflammatory properties, they can also interfere with our disease and medications. I wasn’t able to take turmeric with AML for instance.
You mentioned that you’re having upcoming surgery and that your recent platelet infusions didn’t work. Does your doctor know about the supplements you take?
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I did mention it to her. She didn’t say much except if it raises my platelets that is good. I have read some hematologists recommend it. I take wheatgrass as well. She didn’t say much about that either. I don’t overdue it. I take half of what they recommend you take. My red and white counts are very good. I know they say to
Stop the papaya leaf extract and wheatgrass 10 days before surgery because it could interfere with the anaesthesia. It is good for thought though. They are also checking me now for Von Wellebrand disease.