Acute Pediatric Immune Thrombocytopenic Purpura with Severe Thrombocytopenia: A Case Report
Rahul Shil
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Department of MSN (Neuroscience), PES University, Bengaluru, India.
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Abstract
Immune thrombocytopenic purpura (ITP) is an acquired autoimmune disorder characterized by isolated thrombocytopenia and an elevated risk of bleeding. It frequently manifests in pediatric patients following viral infections. We present a case of a one-year-old female child who presented with petechial rash and gum bleeding. Laboratory investigations revealed severe thrombocytopenia. The patient was diagnosed with ITP and managed with corticosteroids and supportive care. Early diagnosis and prompt intervention resulted in clinical improvement, underscoring the significance of timely management in pediatric ITP.
Keywords: Pediatric thrombocytopenia, petechiae, hematological disorder, pediatric emergency, gum bleeding