my platelet count are 60 and need a knee surgery but dr dont want to risk it so their sending me to a Hematologist to see what treatments i can have to higher my platelets.what my option here if any.im in so much pain day and nite and have to use a walker at times or hop on my left foot.i have cirrhosis of the liver since i was 23 and now im 43.desperately in need of knee surgery
Your liver problem could be the cause of the low platelets. You need to see the hematologist for a detailed workup and then measures to increase your platelet count for the surgery. All the best