Low platelets, or thrombocytopenia, are a common side effect of blood cancers and their treatment, but may also be a result of autoimmune diseases, pregnancy, ...

What are the causes of a low platelet count? ... A low platelet count is a blood disorder that has a long list of possible causes. It is also known as thrombocytopenia.

The Body Destroys Its Own Platelets · Autoimmune Diseases · Medicines · Infection · Surgery · Pregnancy · Rare and Serious Conditions That Cause Blood Clots.

Thrombocytopenia (low platelet count) definition and facts · Diminished production (caused by viral infections, vitamin deficiencies, aplastic anemia, drug-induced) ...

A low platelet count may also be called thrombocytopenia. This condition can range from mild to severe, depending on its underlying cause.

Causes · Viral infections (including chickenpox, parvovirus, hepatitis C, Epstein-Barr, and HIV) · Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) · Chronic ...

What causes thrombocytopenia? · Alcohol use disorder and alcoholism. · Autoimmune disease which causes ITP. · Bone marrow diseases, ...

Thrombocytopenia rarely is inherited; or it can be caused by a number of medications or conditions. Whatever the cause, circulating platelets are ...