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. :(
It is a disorder in which the immune system targets and destroys blood platelets
idiopathic thrombocytopenic purpura
Thrombotic Thrombocytopenic Purpura (TTP). It's a rare blood disorder that effects your platlets and organs
ITP stands for Idiopathic Thrombocytopenic Purpura. It is a disorder in which the immune system targets and destroys platelets, which are use in blood clotting. This results in low platelet counts and increased bleeding and bruising.
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.
ITP does not appear to be related to race, lifestyle, climate, or environmental factors.
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).
Yes in can happen in men. I was diagnosed with it in April 2009. I also has it reaccur this month also.
If you aren't in danger of going unconscious while driving then you should be able to drive.
Thrombotic thrombocytopenic purpura (TTP)
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.
Idiopathic thrombocytopenic purpura (ITP) occurs when the immune system destroys platelets. Common symptoms include spontaneous bruising, abnormally heavy menstruation, rashes, and mouth or nose bleeds.