Thrombocytopenia (low platelet count)

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Thrombocytopenia (low platelet count)

Symptoms

Tests and diagnosis

  • Complete blood count (CBC) Complete blood count (CBC) — Overview covers definition, preparation, results of this common blood test.

Treatments and drugs

  • Managing ITP treatment Idiopathic thrombocytopenic purpura (ITP) treatment balances effectiveness with side effects. Learn about managing ITP treatment.
  • Splenectomy Splenectomy — Overview covers definition, risks and results of this surgery to remove the spleen.

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