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How can I raise my platelet count? (With food)

Posted by denisem20 @denisem20, Mar 3, 2023

How can I help my husband raise his platelet count? He has highs and lows. Right now he’s at a low. He’s had treatments and they worked but just recently he started with petechiae again. I’m worried, he’s never had it on his feet and arms before. Now it’s basically all over. His doctor appointment is t till about another week or two.

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lowtltct36 | @lowtltct36 | Apr 12 10:22am
In reply to @bobweller "Here is a short summary: A balanced diet rich in certain nutrients can positively impact platelet..." + (show)
@bobweller

Here is a short summary:

A balanced diet rich in certain nutrients can positively impact platelet production and function. For example, foods rich in folate, vitamin B12, vitamin C, iron, and vitamin K are beneficial. Conversely, some foods and substances can negatively affect platelets, so it's important to be mindful of your dietary choices.

Foods to Increase Platelet Count:
Folate-rich foods: Leafy green vegetables, beans, fortified cereals.
Vitamin B12-rich foods: Dairy products (eggs, milk, cheese), fortified foods.
Iron-rich foods: Red meat, poultry, seafood, lentils, beans, spinach.
Vitamin C-rich foods: Citrus fruits, berries, bell peppers.
Vitamin K-rich foods: Leafy green vegetables, liver, meat.

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Thanks to bobweller's "short summary" as presented. Hope it is useful as you can also find many of these writings by scanning various entries in google.com. Be careful with the contents since it is not really supported by true scientific studies. Again, may we have the authoritative paper or summary article from a combined effort of Mayo's nutritionists and hematologists and other ++ to guide us all. Why not teach us in more spisific and detailed manner as to what foods ( and amounts ++ ) and/or what supplements ( and levels ++ ) and others for a better outcomes and even cures. Really, if so far, we are just just based on good-intention guessing, hear-say and - - - , please tell us so; it is OK for us. Do you, and Mayo's medical institution authorities, really know the origins, compositions, and treatments of Platelets ++ ( Not finger-pointing at all ) for our advanced research and development efforts to help all patients in need of solid inputs??? No offense or defense here; truth shall guide us for the advance of the field. This forum exchange can be positives and also negatives; may we again asking Mayo's authority to offer their best and solid inputs via their experts. Thanks in advance. KSL.

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