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Secondary immune thrombocytopenia in a pediatric patient with viral coinfection – case report

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: Immune thrombocytopenia is a possible complication of viral illnesses in children, cytomegalovirus (CMV) being one of the most common causes. We describe the case of a 5-year-old boy who presented with mucocutaneous signs of bleeding (petechiae, ecchymoses, epistaxis), acute upper respiratory tract infection symptoms and a low platelet count (7000/microL). Positive IgM antibodies against CMV were detected along with a positive antigen test for respiratory syncytial virus, and the patient was started on a short course of intravenous corticosteroids, with a positive outcome.

Source: Pediatru ro

DOI: 10.26416/pedi.77.1.2025.10787

Authors: Teodora-Cezara Calinov, Eugenia Buzoianu, Doina Anca Pleşca

Institution: Carol Davila University of Medicine and Pharmacy

Language: English

Topic: Platelet Disorders and Treatments

Subfield: Hematology

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: hybrid

OpenAlex ID: W4412954872