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52 years old diagnosed with itp after a stroke

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12 years 10 months ago #34005 by jajan
52 years old diagnosed with itp after a stroke was created by jajan
My 52 year old son is in the hospital now and the hematologist is trying to stabilize his anemia and itp. He has had 2 bone marrow tests and a spinal fluid test and all have been normal,however his body does not seem to be producing platelets. Yesterday he was started on a high does(1oo) of prednisone and Procrit. Wondered if anyone has had experience with the same situation.

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12 years 10 months ago #34007 by jeffrey71
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Jajan,

I am so sorry for you and your son. I do not have any experience with what you are dealing with, but I sure that someone will read your post that may be able to assist you. Keep up updated!

Jeffrey
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12 years 10 months ago #34014 by Winnifred
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Praying they can stablize him quickly.

I've used procrit at work many times it should start fixing the anemia after a few doses.

Keep us posted
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12 years 10 months ago #34022 by DeeDee Marie
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Jajan,

So sorry to hear about your son having a stroke and being diagnosed with ITP. There have been quite a few others that were on this board who have had a stroke from ITP. Hopefully, they will see your posting and tell you a little bit about their story with ITP. I personally haven't had that problem so far.

I pray that he will stabilize and get better soon. My prayers go out to your son and family.

Dee Dee

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