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Thyroid (Expert Forum)
GRAVES BLOOD COUNTS
Answered by
Mark Lupo, M.D. - Thyroid Nodules, Thyroid Cancer, hyperthyroidism, hypothyroidism, Thyroid Ultrasound
Thyroid & Endocrine Center of Florida
Sarasota - FL
Questions in the Thyroid forum are answered by Dr. Mark Lupo. Topics covered include goiter, graves disease, Hashimoto's thyroiditis, hyperthyroid, hypothyroid, thyroid cancers, thyroiditis, and thyroid stimulating hormone (TSH).
Doctor's Answer
by Mark Lupo, M.D., May 08, 2007 12:00AM
, May 08, 2007 12:00AM
This is not likely a problem. The important thing to follow in addition to the WBC is the neutrophil count (a type of WBC) - tapazole has the potential to dangerously lower absolute neutrophil count (<1000 becomes a concern) - but this is rare. The slight elevation in PLT count is likely inflammation from the graves -- not a concern.
Also follow liver function while on tapazole.
Always call your doctor if you have fever or other signs of infection.
Also follow liver function while on tapazole.
Always call your doctor if you have fever or other signs of infection.
