Learning Objectives:

1. Develop differential diagnosis for a common complaint
2. Understand pathophysiology of diseases
3. Provide initial management of diseases

Specific Objectives:

• Generate a differential diagnosis for isolated thrombocytopenia
• Differentiate between inherited vs. acquired thrombocytopenia
• Compare and contrast ITP and TTP
• Understand the rationale behind the treatment strategy for ITP
• Recognize possible complications of ITP/bleeding disorders