Low platelets?

My partner has recently been diagnosed with CMML and his platelets keep dropping in a matter of days, 5 days ago he was told he had 36 today it’s down to 20 and he’s freaking out! Please help with some guidance if you can.

  • Hello,

    Thank you for your post.

    I am sorry that this seems to be an anxious time right now.

    Unfortunately, we can't really comment in depth on this, as I am sure that the hospital specialist will have a response to this, and how to move forward.

    Do try and contact the hospital clinical nurse specialist (CNS), if you can, for some support.

    We have information on our website about CMML .

    Leukaemia Care also have information about CMML and it's treatments. They also offer support groups too. 

    I hope this is helpful,

    Wishing you the best,

    Vanda