Thrombocytopenia

Thrombocytopenia is a condition caused by a lower than normal range of platelet counts. Thrombocytopenia may result from insufficient platelet production, spleen retention of platelets, increased platelet destruction or utilization, and dilution. Severe thrombocytopenia caused by any cause can cause typical bleeding: multiple ecchymosis, Common in the calf; or small scattered bruises at the site of minor trauma; bleeding from the mucous membranes (nasal bleeding, gastrointestinal and urogenital and vaginal bleeding, and massive bleeding after surgery, massive gastrointestinal bleeding and central nervous Bleeding within the system can be life threatening.

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