Dr. Joanna T. Bisgrove, MD
Family Practitioner
2835 N Sheffield Ave Suite 104 Chicago IL, 60657About
Dr. Joanna Bisgrove is a family practitioner practicing in Oregon, WI. Dr. Bisgrove specializes in comprehensive health care for people of all ages. In addition to diagnosing and treating illnesses, family practitioners also put focus on preventative care with routine checkups, tests and personalized coaching on how to maintain a healthy lifestyle. Dr. Bisgrove possesses immense general knowledge on maintaining health and today, family practitioners provide more care for the underserved and rural populations than any other medical specialty.
Education and Training
Rush Medical College of Rush University Medical Center 2003
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Is low platelet count bad for pregnancy?
It depends on what else is happening. A low platelet count by itself can still mean you have a healthy pregnancy, but you should be monitored closely by your pregnancy doctor and consult with a maternal fetal medicine specialist if you haven=E2=80=99t already. If you have low platelets combined with high blood pressure and/or high liver enzymes, that is potentially dangerous and you need to seek care immediately. =20 It also depends on how low the platelets are. Mildly low platelets are typically not a cause for concern. Moderately low platelets may mean you cannot have an epidural during labor, so consider working with a doula to help you manage your pain during labor without an epidural. Severely low platelets could be concerning and again should be watched closely by your pregnancy doctor (whether a family doctor, OBGYN, or maternal fetal medicine specialist) and at least consult with a maternal fetal medicine specialist if one is available). READ MORE
Treatments
- Pain
- Vascular Disease
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