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It is a disorder in which the immune system targets and destroys blood platelets
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What autoimmune disorder results in destruction of platelets?
idiopathic thrombocytopenic purpura
What does Autoimmune thrombocytopenic purpura lead to?
It is characterized by pinhead-size red dots on the skin, unexplained bruises, bleeding from the nose and gums, and blood in the stool
What problem in low platelet count?
Thrombocytopenic Purpura
What are the causes of idiopathic thrombocytopenic purpura?
In adults, ITP is considered an autoimmune disorder, which means that the body produces antibodies that damage some of its own products--in this case, blood platelets. Some adults with chronic ITP also have other immune system disorders.
What does TTP stand for?
Thrombotic Thrombocytopenic Purpura (TTP). It's a rare blood disorder that effects your platlets and organs
What is immune thrombocytopenic purpura?
its when you have a low platelet count and become at risk of bruising or bleeding. they dont know what causes it. it can go away fast or it can become chronic. its more common among infants and elders than teens and young adults. its no fun. :(
What are the symptoms of idiopathic thrombocytopenic purpura?
Acute ITP is characterized by bleeding into the skin or from the nose, mouth, digestive tract, or urinary tract. The onset is usually sudden. Bleeding into the skin takes the form of purpura or petechiae. Purpura is a purplish or reddish-brown.
What population groups tend to get idiopathic thrombocytopenic purpura?
ITP does not appear to be related to race, lifestyle, climate, or environmental factors.
What is TTP sickness?
It is Thrombotic Thrombocytopenic Purpura. In this process, blood clots (or thromboses) form in small blood vessels, leading to low platelet counts (thrombocytopenia) in the blood, along with skin manifestations (purpura).
Can a person drive after treatment for Thrombotic thrombocytopenic purpura?
If you aren't in danger of going unconscious while driving then you should be able to drive.
What is the medical term meaning severe fever and very small pinpoint hemorrhages under the skin?
Thrombotic thrombocytopenic purpura (TTP)
Can idiopathic thrombocytopenic purpura happen to men?
Yes in can happen in men. I was diagnosed with it in April 2009. I also has it reaccur this month also.
