Question 1

what is thrombocytopenia?

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LOW Platlet count: 'thrombocytes' are platelets and 'penia' means low in the blood.  A low platelet count is generally a 'bone marrow problem' where production is decreased due to tumor (e.g. Leukemia), infection (e.g. Viruses) or toxins (alcoholism) and other diagnoses. Another cause of thrombocytopenia is a clotting problem where platelets are consumed (used up) as in a condition (d.I.C.).

Question 2

is thrombocytopenia cureable?

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Yes, it can be: But it depends on its cause. So you need a good hematologist to help you diagnose the cause and suggest treatment. It might be a condition called itp. Seek hematology consultation.

Question 3

is thrombocytopenia hereditary?

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Can be in some cases: Thrombocytopenia (low platelet count) has many possible causes, but most are not inherited.  Inherited types include wiskott-aldrich syndrome and the rare giant platelet disorders.

Question 4

can you die from thrombocytopenia?

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It can cause Bleedin: Severe thrombocytopenia can cause hemorrhage which can at times be fatal. But the platelet count has drop below 10, 000 before there is such a risk.

Question 5

how long does thrombocytopenia last?

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Depends: Thrombocytopenia means low platelet count. It is an abnormal lab- like a symptom, not a disease.  There are many reasons for it and "how long it lasts" depends on the cause. It can be from toxic exposure (examples= radiation, alcohol, or drugs), an immune problem ("ITP"), from infections or from bone marrow dysfunction. It can be from Leukemia or from treatment of Leukemia.  NEED MORE INFORMATION.

Question 6

thrombocytopenia, how long does it last?

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It depends on cause: You need to know the cause. One common cause is called idiopathic thrombocytopenic purpura or itp. This is a chronic condition which can last from a few months to several years. Other causes can be short lived and platelets recover. You should be sure to find out the cause. Or seek a second opinion to learn more about your problem from another specialist.

Question 7

what is the defintion of thrombocytopenia?

Accepted Answer

Platelet count of: Less than 150, 000/cubic mm. See this site for more info.
http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/thrombocytopenia/ds00691.

Question 8

what are the symptoms of thrombocytopenia?

Accepted Answer

Bleeding: Normal platelet counts are 150-250 k.  Usually there are no symptoms if the count is above 40 k.  Below that there may be pin point or larger bleeding sites in the mucus membrane or skin.  In newborns there may be bleeding in the brain.  Other abnormal bleeding may be nose bleed, excessive menstrual bleeding, bleeding in the intestine etc.

Question 9

can anyone help me to explain what is thrombocytopenia?

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Low platelets: It literally means a low number of platelets - lower than the "average, healthy" person.  There are many reasons for that - sometimes if it is minor, it is of no consequence.  See your doctor to discuss it.

Question 10

what is the definition or description of: thrombocytopenia?

Accepted Answer

Thrombocytopenia: Platelet count less than the normal range of 150, 000 to 400, 000.

Penia = low
thrombocytes = platelets

thrombocytopenia = low platelets.

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