A 5-year-old male is diagnosed with immune thrombocytic purpura (ITP).What is the most common cause of this condition?
A) Normal postnatal platelet lysis
B) Virally induced antibody destruction of platelets
C) An allergic reaction to vaccinations
D) Maternal antibodies that target platelets in the neonate

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Immune thrombocytic purpura (ITP) in children is most commonly caused by the production of antibodies following a viral infection, which leads to the destruction of platelets.

A 5-Year-Old Male Is Diagnosed with Immune Thrombocytic Purpura (ITP)