I have ITP

[auntAgonist]

4. I had ITP years ago. I say had because once my

spleen was removed my platelet count returned to normal. It tends to be high these days though.

They tried me on steroids and all that did for me was pack on the pounds and give me horrific headaches.

I am sure to get my flu shot every year and I also get pneumovax ever 5 years. There are differing thoughts on how often I need the pneumovax though.

Prior to having my spleen removed I used to bruise SO easily. In my initial visit to the haematologist he counted 32 bruises on my left leg, 27 on my right. 29 bruises on my torso, 19 and 12 bruises on my left and right arms respectivley.

Good luck with your treatment.


edited to add that all this happened in 1977


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