2023
DOI: 10.1002/ccr3.8014
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Parallel pathogens: Coexistence of chickenpox and idiopathic thrombocytopenic purpura—A case report

Abhigan Babu Shrestha,
Anuj Yadav,
Sadish Sharma
et al.

Abstract: Key Clinical MessageThis case report documents the unusual co‐occurrence of immune thrombocytopena (ITP) and chickenpox in a 15‐year‐old girl. Initial symptoms included shortness of breath, chest pain, and heavy menstrual bleeding. Laboratory results revealed significant anemia and thrombocytopenia. Treatment involved blood transfusions, prednisolone, and iron supplementation. The patient's vesicular skin rash emerged 8 weeks later, prompting the combined diagnosis of ITP and chickenpox. Antiviral treatments, … Show more

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