What is idiopathic thrombocytopenic purpura?
Idiopathic thrombocytopenic purpura is a bleeding disorder characterized by a low platelet count (thrombocytopenia) with no known cause. It is also known as immune thrombocytopenic purpura or immune-mediated thrombocytopenia.
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Top 5 symptoms reported by people with idiopathic thrombocytopenic purpura*
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Thrombocytopenia (low platelet count)
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Who has idiopathic thrombocytopenic purpura on PatientsLikeMe?
Age
| Age | Proportion | # of patients |
|---|---|---|
| <20 | 6 | |
| 20s | 17 | |
| 30s | 57 | |
| 40s | 87 | |
| 50s | 77 | |
| 60s | 62 | |
| 70+ | 46 |
Distribution of sex
Sex
| Sex | Proportion | # of patients |
|---|---|---|
| Male | 69 | |
| Female | 288 |
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