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O/T - Low platelets - a doctors' nightmare
Hi all, I have a question with regards to my father who a couple months ago was diagnosed with thrombocytopenia (30-40k count).
I've done extensive research into the matter, and really only came here as a last resort to not plug up the forum with off-topic stuff. Anyways, he paid his doctor 1 grand to go through the usual textbook treatments (as I've also read everywhere on google), but of course these medications and transfusions of this and that are only temporary. For some reason doctors (and him) think that loading up on a transfusion of immunoglobulins will suddenly cure it... how backwards is that! It's like sending a ton of platelets into you, then measuring, and saying "oh look there's more!" no shit sherlock. sheesh.
In any event, the doctor is "stumped" as to what could be causing it. Not surprising as they treat symptoms, and this condition really has no symptoms other than issues if you bleed. So I'm on the hunt for a root cause. This is where I need your help. My dad is the corporate-minded type who thinks "he went to school and I'm paying him big bucks so he must know how to fix things", so naturally he's resistant to simple natural cures.
I believe his bone tests came out alright, I'll need verification, but his liver enzyme lab came out just fine, as did his spleen, ruling out common causes. My research leads to believe its excess oxidation or autoimmunity, the stronger case being the latter, as his wbc count is above average.
My ideas for him are: High dose vitamin C, and maybe IB77, as I'm sure he's completely demineralized. Also colostrum, but I doubt getting him to take simple healers such as these is even possible to begin with... Any takers on cause/solutions?
He also has a prostate infection, which could be the cause of elevated wbc...
If you need more info just let me know!
p.s.- on topic, he is NW4-5. Reading way back, I recall that platelet levels are related to hair growth.
Thanks buddies!
I've done extensive research into the matter, and really only came here as a last resort to not plug up the forum with off-topic stuff. Anyways, he paid his doctor 1 grand to go through the usual textbook treatments (as I've also read everywhere on google), but of course these medications and transfusions of this and that are only temporary. For some reason doctors (and him) think that loading up on a transfusion of immunoglobulins will suddenly cure it... how backwards is that! It's like sending a ton of platelets into you, then measuring, and saying "oh look there's more!" no shit sherlock. sheesh.
In any event, the doctor is "stumped" as to what could be causing it. Not surprising as they treat symptoms, and this condition really has no symptoms other than issues if you bleed. So I'm on the hunt for a root cause. This is where I need your help. My dad is the corporate-minded type who thinks "he went to school and I'm paying him big bucks so he must know how to fix things", so naturally he's resistant to simple natural cures.
I believe his bone tests came out alright, I'll need verification, but his liver enzyme lab came out just fine, as did his spleen, ruling out common causes. My research leads to believe its excess oxidation or autoimmunity, the stronger case being the latter, as his wbc count is above average.
My ideas for him are: High dose vitamin C, and maybe IB77, as I'm sure he's completely demineralized. Also colostrum, but I doubt getting him to take simple healers such as these is even possible to begin with... Any takers on cause/solutions?
He also has a prostate infection, which could be the cause of elevated wbc...
If you need more info just let me know!
p.s.- on topic, he is NW4-5. Reading way back, I recall that platelet levels are related to hair growth.
Thanks buddies!
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Re: O/T - Low platelets - a doctors' nightmare
Bump!
Is an anti-inflammatory diet the only truly effective way to increase platelet counts?
Is an anti-inflammatory diet the only truly effective way to increase platelet counts?
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Re: O/T - Low platelets - a doctors' nightmare
Smurfy wrote:Bump!
Is an anti-inflammatory diet the only truly effective way to increase platelet counts?
This issue isn't quite as cut and dry, perhaps it's idiopathic thrombocytopenia.
There are different forms of this. Sometimes it is related to H. Pylori, other times it is related to dental work, but
the list of potential causes can be numerous.
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Re: O/T - Low platelets - a doctors' nightmare
It was labeled as idiopathic. The two thoughts you mentioned are definite possibilities--
1) he has loads of fillings.
2) his stomach makes gurgling sounds all the time, food or not (though no clue if this relates to pylori or a bug)
That seems to be the problem, narrowing it down. He's getting frustrated because his doctor hasn't a clue either, so I'm secretly trying to help him, before he gives in and does an unnecessary spleen removal.
Only reason I mention diet is because his is very pro-inflammatory.
I appreciate the suggestions, I'll continue the research.
1) he has loads of fillings.
2) his stomach makes gurgling sounds all the time, food or not (though no clue if this relates to pylori or a bug)
That seems to be the problem, narrowing it down. He's getting frustrated because his doctor hasn't a clue either, so I'm secretly trying to help him, before he gives in and does an unnecessary spleen removal.
Only reason I mention diet is because his is very pro-inflammatory.
I appreciate the suggestions, I'll continue the research.
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Re: O/T - Low platelets - a doctors' nightmare
Smurfy - Sounds like that is the case.
Would recommend taking Betaine HCL tablets (provided there is no ulcer existing) + taking Sulforaphane to erradicate the H. Pylori. The Betaine HCL is to increase stomach acid, because H. Pylori sucks stomach acid, which prevents digestion of essential protein and minerals.
http://pdf.medrang.co.kr/KJH/045/KJH045-02-13.pdf
Would recommend taking Betaine HCL tablets (provided there is no ulcer existing) + taking Sulforaphane to erradicate the H. Pylori. The Betaine HCL is to increase stomach acid, because H. Pylori sucks stomach acid, which prevents digestion of essential protein and minerals.
http://pdf.medrang.co.kr/KJH/045/KJH045-02-13.pdf
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Re: O/T - Low platelets - a doctors' nightmare
Great stuff CS, saving that pdf for sure.
Regarding the HCL however... he's a chronic alcoholic, many years, averaging more than 5-6+ beers per day, most days of the week. Doesn't alcohol raise stomach acidity itself?
He rarely eats anything green, is mainly a meat/pasta/frozen food eater. Broccomax sounds good.
One other thing, he's taking an antibiotic for a prostate infection. Wouldn't this kill the h.pylori?
Also, the low-dose prednisone they have him on seems like it will only make an existing stomach problem worse. Problem is, it's raising his platelet count so he wants to stay on it. I have lots of convincing to do...
Regarding the HCL however... he's a chronic alcoholic, many years, averaging more than 5-6+ beers per day, most days of the week. Doesn't alcohol raise stomach acidity itself?
He rarely eats anything green, is mainly a meat/pasta/frozen food eater. Broccomax sounds good.
One other thing, he's taking an antibiotic for a prostate infection. Wouldn't this kill the h.pylori?
Also, the low-dose prednisone they have him on seems like it will only make an existing stomach problem worse. Problem is, it's raising his platelet count so he wants to stay on it. I have lots of convincing to do...
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