Question:
Has anyone been diagnosed with thrombocytopenia (low platelet) as a result of WLS

I am one year post op, having lost 145 lbs. My platelet count has dropped to 95,000 (normal is 150,000). Never had a problem before WLS. Anyone been diagnosed and advised of the cause. (Maybe it is a malabsorption problem)    — dschob (posted on August 23, 2004)

August 24, 2004
I have had ITP since 1980 or so. It is seen in our population, of course, but not overwhelmingly. For those who are going to have it, doesn't seem to show up until the early 30's. Is it the clock or the WLS?
   — vitalady