Baby N.T.K (2 months old, Vinh Long province) was admitted to Xuyen A Vinh Long Hospital (Vinh Long province) with scattered skin bleeding all over the body, accompanied by bleeding in the nasopharynx. Here, initial tests showed that the patient's platelet count had dropped to 5,000/mm3 of blood (normal platelet count is 150,000 - 400,000/mm3).
The doctor determined that this was a case of severe thrombocytopenic purpura, life-threatening if not treated promptly. The doctors held a consultation and decided on specific treatment according to the protocol, closely monitoring the bleeding condition.
After 1 week of treatment, the patient responded well, platelet count increased to a safe level, and hemorrhagic plaques gradually decreased. The patient was discharged from the hospital and had regular check-ups.
According to doctors, idiopathic thrombocytopenic purpura, also known as immune thrombocytopenic purpura, is a disease that manifests as a blood clotting disorder, which can cause the patient's body to bruise or bleed.
Bleeding occurs when the number of platelets (the component that helps blood clot and stop bleeding) is abnormally low. This condition is common in children, especially between the ages of 2 and 9, with causes such as congenital or genetic; thrombocytopenia due to homologous antibodies; severe infections, viral infections, parasitic infections.
In addition, a history of vaccination and medication use within 2 weeks; toxins and effects of certain drugs such as antipyretics, sedatives, cold medicines, and antibiotics also lead to the disease in children of this age.
Most causes of thrombocytopenic purpura in children under 6 months are related to hematological diseases or drug use in the mother.
Doctors recommend that patients should proactively combine the doctor's treatment regimen with building a nutritious lifestyle and diet, eating cooked food and drinking boiled water to prevent infection.
Apply a low-salt, low-sugar diet because the medication has side effects of high blood pressure and diabetes; supplement calcium to ensure bone development and prevent the disease from progressing further.
The most important thing is that the patient must return for a check-up at least every 3 months and comply with treatment because of the dangerous and easily recurring nature of the disease.
