Idiopathic thrombocytopenia purpura

Overview

ITP may occur when the immune system mistakenly attacks platelets. In children, it may follow a viral infection. In adults, it may be chronic.

Symptoms

Symptoms may include easy bruising and bleeding, fatigue, and pinpoint-sized reddish-purple spots on the lower legs.

Treatments

In children, ITP usually resolves without any treatment. Adults may need medications and surgery for complications of bleeding.