Psoriatic Arthritis high blood counts

Lisathewalker

hi there I was diagnosed with PsA in November 2022

I have the regular monthly blood tests as I’m on methotrexate but the last three months my platelet count and my basophil count has been rising above the normal ranges

Is this common?

Lisa

noddingtonpete

Hi @Lisathewalker and welcome to the Community. We are a friendly and supportive group and I hope that will be your experience as well.

I hope others on here can help with your question, though have you called your GP/Consultant? The following might be of use

https://www.versusarthritis.org/about-arthritis/treatments/drugs/methotrexate/

and also

https://www.versusarthritis.org/news/2022/march/common-questions-about-taking-methotrexate/

I hope you get some answers.

Best wishes

Peter

Kevin123456

hello, my bloods are all over the place I am told by my consultant that it’s part of the disease process. I have been on max methotrexate and Sulfasalazine for 18months it’s helped with my psoriasis but the Psa joint is just as bad. Take care

Arciere

Hi @Lisathewalker

I have PsA. My last blood test did actually show a high? platelet count, I can see my results on my GP practice app which gives an acceptable range. In my case I was outside the range but, the Medic didn’t think this was remarkable, so no action was taken. I am keen to monitor this myself however.

Interesting question.

jamieA

Hi @Lisathewalker

I've also have PsA which was diagnosed in 2020. I've also had a couple of blood issues over this time - though it's been low blood counts with me. I've had anaemia, vitamin D deficiency and now cholesterol issues even though I have a very good diet. Like @Kevin123456 my doctor has suggested it's partly the disease - though some of the treatments for it can also cause these results.