Patient's question:
My son is 12 years old. A little over half a month ago, he had a cold, cough, and some shortness of breath. He received intravenous drips for 4 days, but he hasn't recovered yet. He is still coughing and has phlegm. Yesterday, we had a blood test for him, and it was found that his platelet count is low, only 90, and his hemoglobin is 11.0. Other results are normal. Experts, what should we do?Doctor's answer:
In general, anti-inflammatory drugs may sometimes cause changes in white blood cells, but they usually do not affect platelet levels. Therefore, if your platelet count is low, you can recheck it after a cold. Your hemoglobin is normal. Currently, in addition to taking antibiotics, you also need to take expectorant medication. It is recommended to first have your child undergo a thorough examination before starting treatment. If there is wheezing, it is essential to receive treatment to avoid it developing into asthma, which would be problematic.