Paying in Blood: A Case of Thrombocytopenia in Covid-19

Cureus. 2020 Aug 16;12(8):e9791. doi: 10.7759/cureus.9791.

Abstract

Novel coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) primarily involves the respiratory system. Consumptive coagulopathy is seen in acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) and multi-organ failure (MOF). Usually, only severely sick patients develop mild thrombocytopenia. We present a case of mildly symptomatic young adult, presenting with severe thrombocytopenia. She responded well to corticosteroids.

Keywords: covid 19; covid associated thrombocytopenia; thrombocytopenia.

Publication types

  • Case Reports