A high level of platelets in the blood can be considered one of the markers of an increased risk of developing cancer.. This is reported by scientists from the University of Exeter, according to the online publication for girls and women from 14 to 35 years old Pannochka. net They analyzed data from 40,000 people and found that 6% of women and more than 11% of men over 40 with thrombocytosis (high levels of platelets in the blood) developed cancer within a year. Also, the diagnosis was made by 18% of men and 10% of women who had an increase in platelet levels for the second time within 6 months..

In the general population, about 1% of people get cancer during the year. Experts emphasize that early diagnosis of cancer plays an important role. The effectiveness of further treatment and prognosis depend on the time of diagnosis..

That is why scientists recommend that all people with thrombocytosis be screened for cancer.. This will help to diagnose the problem in time and start timely treatment that can save the patient's life..

aspect. net.

e-news. com. ua.