Hi, my son has been suffering from ITP with low platelet count for the last four years. He is currently 13 years old. He was given MABTAS in 2015, which improved his platelet count, but the problem has resurfaced one month ago?

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Dr Vasanthasree Nair

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Your sons low platelets returning after years suggests recurrence of ITP. Though Mabtas helped before, further evaluation is needed now. A hematologist can reassess his condition, monitor platelet levels, and decide on further treatment or observation based on severity.

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