What causes low platelet count?
Patient: In my blood test today, the platelet count is 133 instead of normal range 150-400. What does this mean and how can I improve it? The report also mentions anisocytosis. Can you please elaborate. Blood pressure is low like 90/60 for last couple of days. Doctor: Hi, thanks for writing to us sharing your health concerns!In the present case of mild thrombocytopenia, if I were your consulting physician, I would just say you, 'nothing to worry!'As per your description, you have platelets adequate for one's normal health but a count of 133 could be low to some hematologists and in some methods! Manual platelet count is necessary for confirmation. Anyways, there is nothing to worry about this as platelet count is so variable and might be reduced due to some flu-like conditions; once you are in good health within few hours/days the count will be normal.In case this is constantly low or decreasing then please write to us again.Anisocytosis relates to RBC morphology and some degree of anisocytosis is seen in normal health but when in severe degree, it might suggest some kind / cause of anemia. Please mention your Hb% level also!Low BP is treatable with good protein diets, high fluid intake and salt in foods/drinks...Hope you got your answer. Please feel free to write to us if any more queries.Wishing you the best health!