Platelet Update

Nonnie is currently having an issue regarding her platelets..... as expected, her counts dropped again yesterday from 13,000 to 7,000 and she received a platelet transfusion. Normally, her counts rise 10,000 or more after getting platelets. This morning, her platelets were checked again, and they were at 3,000. It is unknown why she is not responding, but the likely answer is that the donor was not suitable. The danger in having a low platelet count is the threat of bleeding and not being able to clot.

She already has to brush her teeth with a sponge device to protect from having her gums bleed. Now, the doctors are concerned and do not want her to sneeze or even cough because this may cause internal bleeding. The doctors are going to conduct some tests and find a more suitable donor so she can get another transfusion. Despite the above news, she feels very good and is glad Papa is back from his fishing trip!