How Can Thrombocythemia and Thrombocytosis Be Prevented?
You can’t prevent primary thrombocythemia. However, you can take steps to reduce your risk for blood clots and prevent related problems. Age, prior blood clots, diabetes, high blood pressure, high blood cholesterol, and smoking are all risk factors for blood clots. To reduce your risk, stop smoking and work to control the risk factors that you can. It’s not always possible to prevent conditions that lead to secondary thrombocytosis. But, if you have regular medical care, your doctor may find these conditions before you develop a high platelet count.
