Some hematological parameters have been affected due to typhoid fever as this illness affects several body systems including the bone marrow and this can be the cause of lowered neutrophil levels, packed cell volume and platelet count [15].
Does platelet count decrease in viral fever?
The normal count of platelets is 1.5 lakh to 4.5 lakh per microlitre of blood. In viral fever, it reduces up to 90,000 to one lakh.
How can we increase platelets in typhoid?
Here is a list of some food items which can potentially restore your platelets.
- Papaya. Probably the best fruit to restore the platelet count is papaya. ...
- Milk. Fresh milk is one food that helps in boosting almost every essential nutrient in your body. ...
- Pomegranate. ...
- Pumpkin. ...
- Foods Rich in Vitamin B9.
