DEAR DR. ROACH: What can you tell me about the cause and treatment of immune thrombocytopenia purpura (ITP)? I am a 71-year-old male, and after lab results showed a low blood platelet count, I ...

Immune thrombocytopenia (ITP) occurs when the immune system attacks and destroys healthy platelets. A person who has ITP is more likely to bruise or bleed. Thrombocytopenia means a person does not ...

This might sound surprising, but getting diagnosed with immune thrombocytopenia (also known as idiopathic thrombocytopenic purpura, or ITP) can come as a relief. You can figure out ITP treatment, of ...

If you’ve ever discovered a mysterious bruise on your body, you’ve probably tried to retrace your steps. Maybe you slammed into that doorknob harder than you thought, or maybe stumbling to the ...

A diagnosis of immune thrombocytopenia (ITP), previously known as idiopathic thrombocytopenia, can bring up a lot of questions. Make sure you’re prepared at your next doctor’s appointment by having ...

ITP does not increase the risk of getting or having severe COVID-19. COVID-19 infection can cause thrombocytopenia, even in those without ITP history. ITP may develop as a rare side effect of the ...