Low blood platelet count has been reported in less than 1% of the patients using allopurinol. Since there are many other things that can cause low blood platelet counts, you may want to follow up with your doctor to find out what he or she thinks is causing your low platelets. Although extremely low platelets can lead to serious problems, most people can live without any problems from platelets at your current count. However if you notice any signs of complications of low platelets, such as easy or excessive bruising, a rash of pinpoint-sized reddish-purple spots (also called petechiae), prolonged bleeding from cuts, spontaneous bleeding from your gums or nose, or blood in your urine or stools, you should follow up with your doctor as soon as possible.
Low blood platelet count has been reported in less than 1% of the
patients using allopurinol. Since there are many other things that
can cause low blood platelet counts, you may want to follow up with
your doctor to find out what he or she...
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MediGuard answered:Low blood platelet count has been reported in less than 1% of the patients using allopurinol. Since there are many other things that can cause low blood platelet counts, you may want to follow up with your doctor to find out what he or she thinks is causing your low platelets. Although extremely low platelets can lead to serious problems, most people can live without any problems from platelets at your current count. However if you notice any signs of complications of low platelets, such as easy or excessive bruising, a rash of pinpoint-sized reddish-purple spots (also called petechiae), prolonged bleeding from cuts, spontaneous bleeding from your gums or nose, or blood in your urine or stools, you should follow up with your doctor as soon as possible.