The papaya or pawpaw (Carica papaya) is a tropical fruit, which has been invariably associated with multiple medicinal properties. It is rich in antioxidant and free radical scavenging action, as well as being able to stabilize the RBC membrane. The extract of papaya leaves improves ALOX12 (arachidonate 12-lipoxygenase or platelet type lipoxygenase) by 15 times. This enzyme increases platelet formation via the raised number and differentiation of megakaryocytes.
Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Firstly, do not panic. Dengue is a self-recovering condition. His platelet counts will gradually rise. Platelet transfusion is fine.
Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have read your query and can understand your concern. I need to know for which purpose you have done a CBC (complete blood count) investigation.
Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Your platelet count is low. It would be best if you ruled out the underlying cause for that. You can investigate with the following investigations for further workup.
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