Haematology Flashcards
1
Q
What is the diagnosis for a patient with excess bleeding and bruising with low platelet count and normal coagulation screen?
A
Immune thrombocytopenia - destruction of platelets via a autoimmune route
2
Q
What is the first line treatment for immune thrombocytopenia?
A
Oral corticosteroids
3
Q
What is the second line treatment for immune thrombocytopenia?
A
Splenectomy
4
Q
General rule - when does macrocytosis tend to occur? and give examples (2)?
A
When there is a problem with RBC synthesis such as in B12 or folate deficiency.
5
Q
General rule - when does microcytosis tend to occur? and give examples (2)?
A
When there is a problem with the synthesis of haemoglobin. Iron deficiency or thalassemia/sickle cell.
6
Q
What deficiency is peripheral neuropathy related to?
A
Vitamin B12
