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December 23, 2025
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A MyBCTeam Member

I check Dr. Google when something new happens like a new symptom, new treatment, or new medication. There is a lot of garbage out there, but if you go to reputable sites you can get valid information and learn more about what's going on with your body and cancer treatments. I feel it's important to know all about your cancer and treatments so you are better able to advocate for yourself, especially if one of your doctors or other medical professionals may be making a mistake with their treatment plan for you. I've caught doctors in mistakes multiple times and a few times my Dr. Google knowledge has saved my life.

December 24, 2025
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Why are your platelet levels elevated before chemo?

It's understandable to feel worried about this change. While chemotherapy often causes low platelet counts (thrombocytopenia), elevated platelets can happen too and may be related to inflammation, your body's response to cancer, or other factors.

What you should do:

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Why are your platelet levels elevated before chemo?

It's understandable to feel worried about this change. While chemotherapy often causes low platelet counts (thrombocytopenia), elevated platelets can happen too and may be related to inflammation, your body's response to cancer, or other factors.

What you should do:

Talk to your oncology team before your treatment today. They need to know about this increase so they can:

* Determine if it's safe to proceed with chemo as scheduled
* Check if any adjustments to your treatment plan are needed
* Rule out other causes for the elevation

Your care team has likely seen this before and can provide guidance specific to your situation. Don't hesitate to ask questions - they're there to help you through this.

December 23, 2025
A MyBCTeam Member

You get some really strange and conflicting (and don't forget frightening!!) responses from that Doc!

December 24, 2025
A MyBCTeam Member

@A MyBCTeam Member, i have an appointment tomorrow.

December 23, 2025
A MyBCTeam Member

Your feelings are normal and it's not unusual for uou to be concerned. Please call your oncologist and let him know what's happening. If for nothing more than peace of mind. It could be nothing,to worry about. inflamation, reaction to cancer treatments or something else but you'll feel better after you call your doctor. Many prayers, endless hugs and much love. Stay in touch. Wishing you the very best. Much love and endless hugs.

December 23, 2025

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