I have von Willebrand’s Disease type 2b. Since I had a partial hysterectomy my platelets have been extremely low (as low as 23000). I need a second opinion on why my platelets will not increase. Can anyone recommend a very very good hematology in NYC.

I’ve been having pins and needles and itching on my face and head from taking norco and methadone to manage my pain. Doesn’t anyone have a way to cope with it or any other information. I’ve tried other pain killers and can’t tolerate them as well as I do the opiates. I also smoke pot at night to deal with neuropathy and anxiety etc.

Can Wilabrands runs in my family with levels around 27% with the exception of my uncle who had less than 1%. No one in my family, including myself, who have levels normally at 27% have had a decrease like this. On occasion our levels have risen. So I am a little out of my element. What does this mean and what could have caused it? I haven't gotten in touch with his HTC Dr yet but spoke to the nurse. Is there anything I should be concerned with and bring up with her also? Thank you