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I have been feeling very low for some time and I have an awful cough and tired. Doctor sent for blood test and phoned to say I have high platelets. I have had breast cancer but have been clear since 2014. Should I be worried x
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I have been feeling very low for some time and I have an awful cough and tired. Doctor sent for blood test and phoned to say I have high platelets. I have had breast cancer but have been clear since 2014. Should I be worried x
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