Rifampicin induced Thrombocytopenic Purpura
Journal Title: Perspectives In Medical Research - Year 2015, Vol 3, Issue 3
Abstract
Objective: Thrombocytopenia is defined as a reduction in the peripheral blood platelet count below the lower limit of normal range.Thrombocytopenia is associated with abnormal bleeding that includes spontaneous sin purpura and mucosal haemorrhages as well as prolonged bleeding after trauma.We report here a case of Rifapicin induced Thrombocytopenic Purpura in a 30-years old female who was managed conservatively and with-holding Anti-tubercular treatment and there-by re-introducing Anti-tubercular drugs one by one.
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Rohit Chordia
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