Persistent thrombocytopenia following dengue fever: What should we do?

Malays Fam Physician. 2019 Dec 31;14(3):71-73. eCollection 2019.

Abstract

Thrombocytopenia is a common laboratory finding in dengue infection. However, it usually resolves as the patient recovers from the infection. Persistent thrombocytopenia following dengue infection requires further investigation. Here, we present a case of immune thrombocytopenic purpura (ITP) following dengue infection complicated by intracranial bleeding.

Keywords: bleeding; dengue fever; immune thrombocytopenic purpura.

Publication types

  • Case Reports