Question 1

agg. systemic mastocytosis. this mean my anaphylaxis food/drug allergies will now end since on cromolyn? could itp dx be part of asm or can have both?

Accepted Answer

No, and No: cromolyn will not end probability of anaphylaxis, and if it happens needs to be treated, ITP isn't part of the disease, yes a patient can have both as separate diseases, aggressive severe mastocytosis is a rare disease, much rare than systemic mastocytosis, which is already a rare disease, diagnosis  / management need to be in a tertiary care facility, need to adhere to treatment well &amp; follow up

Question 2

what does itp stand for?

Accepted Answer

Definition: Idiopathic thrombocytopenia purpura is doctor talk for bruising due to low platelets of unknown cause. Itp can become a very serious disease if untreated and platelet counts fall to very low levels. The greatest risk in bleeding into the brain resulting in stroke. Fortunately excellent medical treatment is available.

Question 3

what are the tests for itp?

Accepted Answer

ITP: Thrombocytopenia  or low platelet level can be caused by so many things such as drugs, platelet consumption by clots, infections, vitamin deficiency, cancer related etc. Your doctor has to rule out all those possibilities and ultimately to do a bone marrow biopsy to eval bone marrow. See your md and discuss further re-diagnosis approach/treatment and other things you need to know re - itp.

Question 4

what are the symptoms of itp?

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Symptom: Most of the time  itp patients are asymptomatic and the only abnormality they have is the low platelet level on their blood counts.  They can have bruising, tiny red dots on the skin,  roof of the mouth etc- ( ptechiae) or other type of bleeding such as bleeding in the gum , only if platelet level goes down really low-below 30k or so.

Question 5

what're the main causes of itp?

Accepted Answer

ITP: When I am evaluating a patient with itp, the underlying illnesses i consider (in no particular order) are viral infections (especially hiv, hep b, and hep c), bacterial infections (especially h. Pylori), common variable immunodeficiency, non-hodgkin's lymphoma, chronic lymphocytic leukemia, lupus, and rheumatoid arthritis. In adults, most commonly, no underlying etiology is found.

Question 6

how do you treat itp in adults?

Accepted Answer

Oral steroids: Idiopathic thrombocytopenic purpura is a condition in which autoimmune antibodies against platelets causes an increased rate of destruction. Platelets are needed for normal blood clotting. Heavy periods, nose bleeding, easy brusing, and a rash (purpura) may suggest this problem. Diagnosis requires a blood count and blood clottting studies. Treatment begins with steroids (prednisone).

Question 7

any special diet recommended for itp?

Accepted Answer

Itp: No specific diet but avoid use of excessive soda as it can affect your blood counts.

Question 8

what are the corollaries of getting itp?

Accepted Answer

Bruising, bleeding: People with itp may be at an increased risk of bruising or bleeding, depending on the platelet count and other factors, such as medications. If needed, itp can be treated with steroids or other medications. In some instances, removing the spleen (splenectomy) may be recommended. If you are to require surgery, the surgeon should be made aware of this condition.

Question 9

what sort of tests will i need to test me for itp?

Accepted Answer

ITP testing: A complete blood count (CBC) is usually ordered as the screening test for platelet destruction problems such as occurs in itp. Other testing is needed to confirm this diagnosis.

Question 10

i have chronic itp since i was 14. how do i get cured?

Accepted Answer

You don't : It goes away by itself in most adolescents.  If it persists into adulthood there are many options for treatment, but no "cure." see <http://www.Ncbi.Nlm.Nih.Gov/pubmedhealth/pmh0001562/>.

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