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Thrombocytopenia

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Thrombocytopenia - A low blood platelet count. Platelets are the blood cells responsible for blood clotting. Thrombocytopenia can result in frequent or easy bruising and prolonged bleeding. Thrombocytopenia may be a side effect of some cancer treatments, like chemotherapy.

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