Question 1

thrombocytopenia affects your prothrombin time test on your lab results?

Accepted Answer

No.  Bleeding time.: In thrombocytopenia, both prothrombin time (pt) and partial thromboplastin time (PTT) are normal.  But bleeding time and platelet count are affected.  Bleeding time is prolonged and the platelet count is decreased.

Question 2

is it possible for thrombocytopenia to affect morbidity?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Platelets are little plugs present in the bloodstream which control bleeding from small blood vessels.  Minor decreases in platelet counts should have no effect on most people, yet moderate decreases can lead to problems following trauma or surgery; at very low levels, spontaneous bleeding may occur, which can be life-threatening.

Question 3

what is thrombocytopenia?

Accepted Answer

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 4

is thrombocytopenia cureable?

Accepted Answer

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 5

is thrombocytopenia hereditary?

Accepted Answer

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 6

can you die from thrombocytopenia?

Accepted Answer

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 7

can children get thrombocytopenia?

Accepted Answer

Thrombocytopenia: in children is uncommon, but definitely possible due to a myriad of conditions.

Question 8

how long does thrombocytopenia last?

Accepted Answer

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 9

what are the tests for thrombocytopenia?

Accepted Answer

CBC and further: A complete blood cell count (CBC) includes the number of platelets in blood.  Normal range is from about 150k to 250 k.  There is usually no risk of bleeding if the count is above 40k.  If thrombocytopenia is detected, it would require further investigation to ascertain the cause.

Question 10

thrombocytopenia, how long does it last?

Accepted Answer

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.

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