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What's ITP Please?
Hilary
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Don't understand some
Of the lingo used.
ITP (Immune Thrombocytopenia) is a blood disorder where your immune system mistakenly attacks and destroys platelets, which are blood cells needed for clotting. This leads to low platelet counts… read more
What Is Ipt
Sonja2
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What is IPT
ITP stands for Immune Thrombocytopenia (also known as Immune Thrombocytopenic Purpura). It is an autoimmune condition where your immune system mistakenly attacks and destroys platelets in your blood… read more
Can A Nephritis Lupus Patient Seek Disability ?
Daisy
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I facing a flare up and not getting constantly getting colds , fatigue due to my weak immune system especially since I’m a Pk teacher . Just want to know if there is something available for people with my condition
Based on the search results provided, there isn't enough specific information about disability benefits for ITP to provide a complete answer. However, here are some key points to consider:
If you're… read more
What Kind Of Treatment Is There?
Paulette2
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Corticosteroids (like prednisone) to reduce immune system activity
Immunoglobulin therapy (IVIG) for quick platelet increase
TPO receptor agonists to boost platelet production
In some cases… read more
What Is Itp? What Does It Do With Lupus?
Anne4
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I have had Lupus for25-30 years. I am having symptoms of very bad pain in my joints, muscles, walking, arm pain,vision loss, feet pain, leg pain, numbness all over, bruising have diabetes too
Wow. We have a lot of similar things going on. I’m a 61 year-old guy and I was diagnosed two years ago after receiving the required shot and I nearly died at only 4000 platelets in my blood so I have… read more
What Is A Good Diet For Someone With Lupus To Help Loose Weight
Amanda
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Based on the search results and instructions, this question should be redirected to focus specifically on ITP since that is the condition we are meant to address. Instead, let's rephrase:
"What are… read more
Can Ra Make It Hard To Swallow?
Michelle3
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Yes, Rituximab can cause difficulty swallowing in some people, particularly during or shortly after the infusion. This is usually part of an infusion reaction that can include throat irritation… read more
Can Ra Make It Hard To Swallow?
Michelle3
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Based on the search results provided, there is no information specifically addressing difficulty swallowing in relation to ITP. Since you have ITP, it would be best to discuss any swallowing… read more
Do You Have Pain With Itp
Rowena
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I have experienced chronic pain which can effect mobility. I'm currently on dihydrocodeine. My GP says to convince my Consultant that I must come off Doptelet
How Does Immune Thrombocytepenia Differ From PNH?
Donna7
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Based on the provided search results and following the instruction not to discuss other conditions, let's focus on understanding ITP:
ITP is an autoimmune disorder where the immune system mistakenly… read more
