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Is it possible that itp in a child be caused by black mold?

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Black mold & ITP: No one knows why itp occurs. There is no study that suggests it is caused by black mold.

Answered 9/29/2016

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Dr. Michael Engel answered

Specializes in Pediatric Hematology and Oncology

Unlikely,,,: Typically, itp follows a viral syndrome, and during convalescence for that process the patient developes bleeding and bruising. Exposure to black mold is unlikely to ppt itp.

Answered 9/30/2020

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Mold not cause: ITP can appear without an obvious cause. Children may get ITP after a viral infection. It usually disappears. Mold exposure is common, but not known to cause ITP.

Answered 9/14/2017

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