by ujwalhospital | Oct 31, 2025 | Blog
Most parents associate “bleeding problems” with low platelet counts. But what if your child’s platelet count is normal, and they still experience frequent nosebleeds, gum bleeding, or excessive bruising? In such cases, the issue might not be the quantity of platelets... 
by ujwalhospital | Oct 30, 2025 | Blog
When parents hear that their child’s platelets have dropped drastically — sometimes below 20,000 — it can be deeply alarming. Many immediately associate it with serious illnesses like cancer or leukemia. But in a majority of these cases, the real cause is ITP — Immune... 
by ujwalhospital | Oct 29, 2025 | Blog
Parents are often surprised when a routine blood test shows that their child’s platelet count is “high.” The first question they ask is — “Doctor, is this dangerous?” A condition known as Thrombocytosis occurs when the platelet count is higher than normal. While it... 
by ujwalhospital | Oct 15, 2025 | Blog
Thrombocytopenia — or low platelet count — is a condition that can cause parents a great deal of worry, especially when a child develops unexplained bruises, bleeding gums, or frequent nosebleeds. As a pediatric hematologist, I often see children referred with “low...