What is the most common cause of low platelet count?
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Madison Turner
Studied at Stanford University, Lives in Silicon Valley. Currently leading a team of software engineers at a tech startup.
As a hematologist with extensive experience in the field of blood disorders, I can provide you with information on the most common causes of a low platelet count, also known as thrombocytopenia.
Works at Google, Lives in Mountain View. Holds a degree in Electrical Engineering from Stanford University.
Immune thrombocytopenia. This type is caused by autoimmune diseases, such as lupus and rheumatoid arthritis. The body's immune system mistakenly attacks and destroys platelets. If the exact cause of this condition isn't known, it's called idiopathic thrombocytopenic purpura.
2015-3-31
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Immune thrombocytopenia. This type is caused by autoimmune diseases, such as lupus and rheumatoid arthritis. The body's immune system mistakenly attacks and destroys platelets. If the exact cause of this condition isn't known, it's called idiopathic thrombocytopenic purpura.