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Platelets

bob13440
bob13440 CSN Member Posts: 66
in Ovarian Cancer #1

Lorraine needs a blood transfusion tomorrow,platelet level is low.Anyone have to have to have this done? Wondering if this will tire her out.It's a 5 or 6 hour process.Just looking for any tips or advice.

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  • Kaleena
    Kaleena CSN Member Posts: 2,088 Member
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    Sorry Bob, I can't be of any

    Sorry Bob, I can't be of any help to you on this.  However, I do know when I was in treatment, there were people getting blood before their chemo.  I don't know if this helps or not.   My best to you and Lorraine.

     

    Kathy

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  • lovesanimals
    lovesanimals CSN Member Posts: 1,366 Member
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    Kaleena said:

    Sorry Bob, I can't be of any

    Sorry Bob, I can't be of any help to you on this.  However, I do know when I was in treatment, there were people getting blood before their chemo.  I don't know if this helps or not.   My best to you and Lorraine.

     

    Kathy

    Hi Bob

    I too don't have any personal experience with this but I hope everything went well for Lorraine yesterday.  Sending lots of prayers and good wishes to you both.

    Warmly,

    Kelly

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