Results

The result for the blood test done last sat was out.. low platelet count. it was 122 million per millilitre of blood. so the doctor got me to do another test today. and the result's out in the evening. It was 125 million per millilitre of blood. only a slight increase of 3 million per millilitre of blood. erm.. ya.. considered as bad news.. the doctor wanted me to go down to the clinic to do another test for the 3rd timee. but i cant. cuz i'm working. i've aldready made an exception to go down to my centre late.. cuz the doc's only in at 0930. dun think my HOD will be happy if i were to do that again tmr. so i'm not going for the third time. i'll just have to monitor my own temp and should i not feel well again.. i'll then go see the doc.. i've read up in the internet about low blood platelet count. Platelet levels vary from person to person, but are usually between 150 and 400 million per millilitre of blood. but mine's kinda way below the normal count. but it's ok.. i'll just have to take good care of myself. when my dad comes back then i'll let him know and see what he has to say. but i bet.. tmr when he calls home.. or even when my mum calls over.. she'll definitely tell him abt it.. i shall see how la.. if there are any complications, i'll go see the doc immediately... meanwhile.. just gotta pray hard that it's not anything serious..

for your info:

Definition:
Thrombocytopenia is the medical term for a low blood platelet count. Platelets (thrombocytes) are colorless blood cells that play an important role in blood clotting. They stop blood loss by clumping together and forming plugs in blood vessel holes.

If for any reason your blood platelet count falls below normal, this is called thrombocytopenia. It often occurs as a result of a separate disorder, such as leukemia or an immune system malfunction, or as a medication side effect. Complications may range from none to severe bleeding.

Thrombocytopenia usually improves by treating the underlying cause. Sometimes, medications or surgery can help treat chronic thrombocytopenia. If bleeding is severe, you may need a blood or even a platelet transfusion