Patient's question:
My nine-month-old son had a fever, a viral cold with ulcers in his throat, and was hospitalized for six days. Upon discharge, a blood test showed platelets at 500, and a follow-up test the next day showed 545. The doctor suspected "Kawasaki disease," but there were no symptoms of it. I don't know what the reason is, and I'm almost dying of anxiety. I hope for an answer, thank you!Doctor's answer:
When suffering from a cold or fever, platelet counts can increase. It is recommended to follow up after treatment. Thrombocytosis. Generally, it does not affect health. If it is excessive, it may cause thrombus formation. However, most cases are long-term and stable. Therefore, when it is excessively high, generally around 700-800, medication treatment can be considered. The relevant medications can have a certain impact on children's growth and development. Therefore, it should be considered cautiously. Machine errors and blood concentration can also lead to elevated test results.