Is platelet transfusion necessary for an ITP patient?
Patient's Query
Hello doctor,
My daughter had a complete blood count, which was normal except for platelets. She is asthmatic and has got a chest infection now, and she is receiving antibiotics. She has her period now. Two days ago, the platelet was 14. When she was a child, the case was confirmed as ITP, but she was fine until last week. Some doctors suggest admitting her to the hospital and getting a platelet transfusion.
What is your opinion?
Kindly help.
Hello,
Welcome to icliniq.com.
I read your query and can understand your concern.
Rule out other causes of thrombocytopenia, like uremia, malaria, and dengue.
I suggest you have a peripheral smear examination and IgM dengue testing. If no specific cause is found, ITP (idiopathic thrombocytopenic purpura) should be considered. In this case, tablet Prednisone can be taken.
I suggest you consult a physician first and admit her. If bleeding occurs, then a platelet transfusion is needed.
I hope this helps.
Thank you, and take care.
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