How to Help Prevent Problems If Your Platelet Count Is Low
Below are some suggestions that may help prevent problems if your platelet count is low:
- Check with your healthcare provider or nurse before taking any vitamins, herbal remedies, or over-the-counter medicines. Many of these products contain aspirin, which can affect platelets.
- Before drinking any alcoholic beverages, check with your healthcare provider.
- Use a very soft toothbrush to clean your teeth.
- When cleaning your nose, blow gently into a soft tissue.
- Take extra care not to cut or nick yourself when using scissors, needles, knives, or tools.
- Be careful not to burn yourself when ironing or cooking.
- Avoid contact sports and other activities that might result in an injury.
- Ask your healthcare provider if you should avoid sexual activity.
- Use an electric shaver instead of a razor.
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