What is pediatric ITP?

What is pediatric ITP?

Immune thrombocytopenia (ITP), sometimes called immune thrombocytopenic purpura or idiopathic thrombocytopenic purpura, is an autoimmune disorder that occurs when your child’s body attacks its own platelets and destroys them too quickly. Platelets are a part of blood that helps control bleeding.

Can ITP resolve itself?

The disease goes away by itself within two to six months. chronic ITP – this ongoing form accounts for most ITP seen in adults and is far less common in children. Chronic ITP has similar symptoms to acute ITP, except that it lingers for longer than six months.

What does ITP rash look like?

One of the most common symptoms of ITP is a skin condition called petechiae. These are small red bumps on your skin caused by bleeding from underneath. Petechiae can look like a red rash at first, but the bumps are slightly raised, scattered, and the size of pinpoints. They can also have a purplish tinge.

What should you avoid with ITP?

Some foods to avoid are:

• red meat.
• saturated fats found in whole dairy products.
• non-plant-based oils, such as butter and margarine.
• fruits that have natural blood-thinning effects, such as tomatoes and berries (eat in limited quantities)
• fast food.
• convenience food found in boxed and frozen food aisles.
• canned food.

How long does ITP last?

ITP may be acute and resolve in less than 6 months, or chronic and last longer than 6 months. Treatment options include a variety of medications that can reduce the destruction of platelets or increase their production.

How is ITP diagnosed?

ITP is diagnosed by identifying a low platelet count on a complete blood count (a common blood test). However, since the diagnosis depends on the exclusion of other causes of a low platelet count, additional investigations (such as a bone marrow biopsy) may be necessary in some cases.

Is ITP inherited?

Currently, ITP is not usually considered an inherited disease. If multiple family members have been diagnosed with ITP, the hematologist should verify that the cause of low platelets is truly autoimmune and is not due to an inherited disorder that affects platelet production.

Does ITP qualify for disability?

Platelet counts below 150,000 are diagnosed as thrombocytopenia (it is considered “chronic” if the platelet count has been low for three months or longer). To qualify for Social Security Disability, your platelet count must be below 40,000.

What is the main cause of low platelet count?

Factors that can decrease platelet production include: Leukemia and other cancers. Some types of anemia. Viral infections, such as hepatitis C or HIV.

How can I increase my platelet count in one day?

How to Increase Platelet Count:

1. Milk. We all know that milk is a rich source of calcium and protein and is important in maintaining the strength of bones and muscles in our body.
2. Green Leafy Vegetables:
3. Papaya Leaf Extract:
4. Pomegranate:
5. Pumpkin:
6. Wheatgrass:

Does turmeric increase platelet count?

Tumeric: We have seen the use of turmeric to treat many conditions, ranging from skin problems to cancer. But turmeric can also act like an anti-platelet medication and reduce your blood’s tendency to form clots. So go ahead and enjoy this multi-factorial spice.