Click to enlargeITP in Children 
Frequently Asked Questions

This eight-page booklet contains questions frequently asked by parents whose children are newly diagnosed with ITP. It addresses platelets, what they do and why they are important, diagnosis, most commonly used treatments, side effects, and the impact of ITP on the family. 


We would like to thank Baxter Healthcare Corporation for their assistance in printing this booklet.

There is no charge for the booklets.


ITP in Children FAQ B1015
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Platelet Disorder Support Association
133 Rollins Avenue, Suite 5, Rockville, MD 20852
Phone: 1-87-PLATELET (877-528-3538 toll-free) or 301-770-6636
Fax: 301-770-6638, E-mail: pdsa@pdsa.org