I Have Had Lupus For A Very Long Time. How Would I Know If I Have ITP?
Giselle
For a long time, there was a list of many symptoms and if someone had a certain number of them, they were assumed to have Lupus. Now, I believe there is more advanced testing. Is there a self-test or a list of symptoms we can check off to determine if we have ITP? I have Celiac Disease, IBS, in the past, I have had MRSA, and colitis (very severe, with terrible bleeding and I was hospitalized) and another bowel-based illness that can be fatal that landed me in the hospital.
I strictly follow a gluten-free diet, however, I am allergic to so many other foods that I am very limited in what I can eat (it's ridiculous). I do eat meat, but very little, and often a small amount of baked chicken.
I am sick all the time, so I wouldn't be able to do complicated recipes. My BF does all the cooking.
I guess I am curious if I have ITP and if there might be a simple way to deal with it.
Thank you for your anticipated response,
Giselle
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ITP can't be self-diagnosed - it requires blood tests to confirm. Key symptoms to watch for include:
- Easy or excessive bruising
- Small red/purple spots on skin (petechiae)
- Prolonged bleeding from minor cuts
- Unexplained nosebleeds
- Heavy menstrual periods
- Blood in urine or stool
Since you have Lupus, you should know that ITP can occur alongside it. Given your complex medical history, please see a hematologist for proper testing, which includes:
- Complete blood count
- Blood smear
- Bone marrow exam (sometimes)
Don't try to diagnose this yourself - proper medical evaluation is essential.