Acquired Platelet Function Disorder
Alternate Names : Acquired Qualitative Platelet Disorder
What are the treatments for the condition?
If the cause is a medicine, the medicine can be stopped,
and the problem usually goes away. In cases due to other causes,
treatment is directed at the cause when possible. Someone who has
blood cancer may need chemotherapy.
An individual with systemic lupus erythematosus
may need medicines such as prednisone to suppress the immune system.
Regardless of the cause, a platelet transfusion, which is
similar to a blood transfusion,
can be given if severe bleeding occurs. Rarely, a drug called DDAVP is
used when platelet bleeding problems occur in a person with kidney failure.
What are the side effects of the treatments?
A platelet transfusion may cause an
allergic reaction
or infection. DDAVP may cause fluid retention and
high blood pressure.
What happens after treatment for the condition?
If the condition is caused by a medicine, it will go away
after the medicine is stopped. No further treatment may be needed in
these cases. Those with more serious causes, such as cancer or liver
failure, often need further treatment for these conditions.
How is the condition monitored?
Any new or worsening symptoms should be reported to the
doctor. Tests of platelet function may also be repeated in some cases.
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