Some hereditary disorders of platelet production show low platelet counts and platelets of abnormal size.1
Many of these conditions are associated with other medical problems such as:1
In some of these conditions, platelet function may also be abnormal. Nevertheless, bleeding problems, in most cases, appear to be related to low platelet numbers, and not the functional abnormalities.1
Symptoms depend on the condition associated with the disorder. Excessive bleeding may occur.2,3,4
The causes depend on the condition (inherited, genetic disorder etc)2,3,4