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following tips will help prevent you from bleeding:• Use an electric shaver, not a razor.• Use a soft toothbrush when brushing your teeth.• Avoid using dental floss and tooth picks. They may cause your gums to bleed.• Do not have dental work done without your doctor’s approval. If you must have dental work, tell your dentist that you have a low platelet count.• Do not take any over-the-counter drugs without your doctor’s approval. It is very important that you avoid aspirin and other drugs that contain aspirin. If you are not sure about a drug, ask your doctor.• Do not drink alcohol.• Wear shoes or slippers to protect your feet from cuts.• Wear gloves when gardening, doing dishes and home repairs.• Do not use nail clippers. Use an emery board to file your nails.• Do not strain with bowel movements. Eat a diet high in fiber and drink a lot of water to avoid being constipated. If you are having problems passing stool or have constipation, use a stool softener and/or other laxative as prescribed. You can try: Colace®, Senakot® or Miralax®. If you continue to have trouble passing stool or drugs are not working, call the Hematology/Oncology clinic.• Do not out anything into your rectum, not even a thermometer or medicine.• Do not use tampons. Use pads instead.• Women with a low platelet count should use a water-based lubricant during sexual intercourse (KY Jelly® or Astroglide®).• Avoid any activity that may cause injury. This includes contact sports like soccer and basketball, along with climbing ladders, and strenuous activities.
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