{"product_id":"2940046568325","title":"Idiopathic Thrombocytopenic Purpura, A Simple Guide to The Condition, Treatment And Related Conditions","description":"\u003cp\u003eITP is low platelets due to autoimmune reaction\u003cbr\u003eThe platelets remain low because of the fast removal action\u003cbr\u003eLow platelets can lead to purpura or bleeding\u003cbr\u003eAny loss of blood will affect the process of healing\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eITP is diagnosed by a blood test called a full blood count.\u003cbr\u003eThis test shows that there are fewer platelets than normal amount\u003cbr\u003ePlatelets are made in the bone marrow along with other blood cells.\u003cbr\u003eThey stick together to seal small cuts on blood vessel walls like gels\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn most cases this will stop the bleeding.\u003cbr\u003eMost children will not need treatment except in severe bruising\u003cbr\u003eThe aim of treatment is to increase the number of platelets.\u003cbr\u003eCorticosteroids such as prednisone are the favorites\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOther medicines include rituximab and anti-Rh (D) immunoglobulin.\u003cbr\u003eOther treatment is to suppress the immune system such as cyclosporine\u003cbr\u003eIf needed, doctors can surgically remove the spleen.\u003cbr\u003eThis will result in longer-lasting number of platelets seen\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e-An original poem by Kenneth Kee\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eInteresting Tips about the ITP\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA Healthy Lifestyle\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e1. Take a well Balanced Diet\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e2. Most adults with ITP do not require active treatment, unless they have significant symptoms or need to undergo surgery for any reason, including dental work.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt is important to have adequate platelet levels before surgery in order to minimize the risk of severe bleeding during the operation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIf treatment is needed, then the first treatments that tend to be used in an adult with ITP are usually steroids or IVIg.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBoth of these treatments increase the platelet count in about 2 or 3 people in 4.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eUsually though, this improvement is only temporary and the platelet numbers return to a low level after a few weeks.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSurgery to remove the spleen (splenectomy) is used more often in adults than in children.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt is more likely to result in a longer-lasting normal number of platelets.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAbout 2 in 3 people with ITP who have a splenectomy will have a normal long-lasting number of platelets.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e3. Keep bones and body strong\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBone marrow produces our blood\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEat foods rich in calcium like yogurt, cheese, milk, and dark green vegetables.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEat foods rich in Vitamin D, like eggs, fatty fish, cereal, and fortified milk.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEat food rich in Vitamins B and C such as green vegetables and fruits\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eZinc and other minerals are important to the body\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e4. Get enough rest and Sleep\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAvoid stress and tension\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e5. Exercise and stay active.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt is best to do weight-bearing exercise such as walking, jogging, stair climbing, dancing, or lifting weights for 2½ hours a week.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOne way to do this is to be active 30 minutes a day at least 5 days a week.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBegin slowly especially if a person has not been active.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e6. Do not drink more than 2 alcohol drinks a day for a man or 1 alcohol drink a day for a woman.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAlcohol use also increases the chance of falling and breaking a bone.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAlcohol can affect the neurons and brain cells.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e7. Stop or do not begin smoking.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt also interferes with blood supply and healing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eChapter 1\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIdiopathic thrombocytopenic purpura (ITP)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhat is Idiopathic Thrombocytopenia Purpura?\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIdiopathic thrombocytopenic purpura (ITP) is an autoimmune disease involving platelets.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn autoimmune disorders the body makes an antibody that damages another part of the body.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn ITP the antibodies are made against platelets.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOnce the antibodies have attached to platelets, the platelets do not work so well.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThey are also removed more quickly by the spleen because they are abnormal.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIdiopathic means that there is no known underlying cause found.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThrombocytopenic means not enough platelets.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePurpura is a purple-red rash.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAlthough the cause of ITP is not clear, it is known to be something to do with the immune system.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTherefore the disease is increasingly being called immune thrombocytopenic purpura - which is still shortened to ITP.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eITP is quite different in children and adults and should be considered separately.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kenneth Kee","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47110865420528,"sku":"2940046568325","price":2.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0737\/7593\/9824\/files\/2940046568325_p0.jpg?v=1763695680","url":"https:\/\/shop-qa.barnesandnoble.com\/products\/2940046568325","provider":"Barnes \u0026 Noble (DEV)","version":"1.0","type":"link"}