I have significant ITP (thrombocytopenia). My platelets are usually in the 60s. Am I a candidate for liposuction?

Given your platelet count, I would not feel safe performing liposuction.  A platelet count around 50 or less is critical and unsafe to have elective surgery done.  Even though you are at 60, that is still pretty low.  Although your hematologist may think other wise and may have a recommendation how to temporarily bring up your platelet count before the surgery, this is a purely elective procedure which can do lead to a major complication for you, bleeding.I would discuss this with your hematologist first and make sure he is aware exactly the procedure and the amount of liposuction that is going to happen.Hope that helps.

Dear kgodoy82,as long as you get a clearance from your haematologist you might be a candidate for a surgery. If you are considering a surgery, I would suggest you to consult a board-certified plastic surgeon. Only after a thorough examination you will get more information and recommendations.Daniel Barrett, MD
Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery