Chest X-ray (lungs) ?

[StreetPastor]

I am experiencing some discomfort when I breath. I now remember being sent for a chest x-ray when I was diagnosed and was told it was to look at my lungs. Does anyone know why this may have been done?

[tarifa]

I had a chest x-ray when diagnosed with ET. The reason for this is that elevated platelet levels could be caused by some cancers. I would suggest you see your GP asap to rule out an infection etc and take it from there.

[Mazcd Partner MPNVoice]

Dear StreetPastor, as Tarifa says above, one reason for having a chest x-ray is to exclude another cause of high platelets. However, I have taken some advice from Prof Harrison and she has said you need to seek urgent medical advice to exclude a blood clot or infection, though the pain could be due to a muscle strain, but you must seek medical advice immediately. We don't wish to scare you, we are just concerned for you. I do hope you are ok and that it turns out to be nothing to worry about. Maz.

[StreetPastor]

Thanks, I did go to the Doctors but I have so many other pains she didn't really focus on my chest. Just wanted to make sure I kept taking my tablets As I had to miss a day cause it hurt my chest so much. Will go back again. Such a comfort to have people in the know at the end of my keyboard x

[StreetPastor in reply to StreetPastor]

Well I went back to the Doctors, it was so nice to be able to make reference to your reply Maz as I was listened to and checked over really well. It turns out that costochondritis has flared up again. This was first spotted in 2008 & I have to be honest I thought it was an incorrect diagnosis having E.T more recently. Still in pain, but major peace of mind! Thanks all Xx

[Mazcd Partner MPNVoice]

Hi StreetPastor, so glad that you were listened to by your doctor and that you were checked over thoroughly. Also very glad to hear that it isn't a clot, but it's not very nice for you being in so much pain with the costochondritis, I hope it clears up soon for you. Maz x x

[StreetPastor in reply to Mazcd]

Thanks Maz, Tarifa & Osidge!