Are ITP and TTP the same thing? No, ITP and TTP are not the same thing. Both ITP and TTP are bleeding disorders, but they occur for different reasons and may require different treatments.

Are platelets low in TTP?

Platelet Count

People who have TTP have a lower than normal number of platelets in their blood.

Is TTP associated with thrombocytopenia?

TTP can affect any organ system, but involvement of the peripheral blood, the central nervous system, and the kidneys causes the clinical manifestations. Patients with TTP typically report an acute or subacute onset of symptoms related to neurologic dysfunction, anemia, or thrombocytopenia.