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Heparin-induced Thrombocytopenia

It is a form of serious drug reaction caused by excessive administration of heparin. Excessive administration of heparin as anticoagulant leads to the activation of the immune system and destroys activated platelets. Direct thrombin inhibitors such as Bivalirudin can be used in such cases.

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I have persistently dropping platelet count after giving birth. Could heparin administration be the reason?

Query: Hi, doctor.Good day.I delivered a baby one-and-a-half years ago, and I experienced complications of thrombocytopenia. The doctors determined it was gestational thrombocytopenia, which would spontaneously resolve within six weeks after delivery. Initially, my platelet count improved from 80,000 to 1...  Read Full »

Dr. Sugreev Singh

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Answer: Hi there, Welcome to icliniq.com. Thank you for writing, and I understand your concern. When the platelet count falls, heparin is given to prevent bleeding symptoms. If the platelet count is low, it can lead to bleeding in various parts of the body, such as the stomach and intestines. Therefore, ...  Read Full »

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