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I had itp 2 years ago and want to donate blood. can i do it now?
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Yes: Since this is an idiopathic problem, and all the workup was negative, and if current status is normal, then you could be a candidate for blood donation. However, at the blood draw centers, they may have regulation as to how long after being in remission that you can donate.
Answered 12/30/2019
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You'll likely be ...: Excluded. Generally, you can donate if you had acute itp as a child without recurrence, as an adult you have a normal platelet count, are not being treated for itp and you did not require splenectomy to correct itp when you were originally diagnosed. You may want to contact the red cross donation center in your area or your hematologist for clarification of your personal situation.
Answered 10/16/2018
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