Autoimmune Thrombocytopenic Purpura in Hepatitis A Infection
Abstract
In undeveloped countries, Hepatitis A is common and endemic because of unimmunization, unhygienic nutrition and poor living conditions. Secondary immune thrombocytopenia is frequently seen in hepatitis B and C infections. It is rarely reported with acute hepatitis A. Two cases of autoimmune thrombocytopenic purpura with acute hepatitis A is presented here.
Keywords
Hepatitis A, autoimmune thrombocytopenic purpura, intravenous immunoglobulin
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