Is thrombocytopenia a hereditary disease?

Condition analysis:
Yes, Thrombocytopenia can be hereditary. I have it along with 4 of my 5 other siblings. Our father has it so it has been passed down through his side of the family. We have all had to have our spleens removed because of this.

Instructions:
1. Eat colorful fruits and vegetables
Berries, green leafy vegetables, oranges, tomatoes and kiwis can help increase your platelet levels. Foods rich in vitamin E and C will boost the immune system, so all types of citrus fruits, strawberries, kiwi, cauliflower, mustard greens, lettuce, turnip, tomatoes, wheat grass and avocados should be consumed regularly by people having a low platelet count. Blueberries, blackberries and raspberries contain phytonutrients that help neutralise free radicals and aid in fighting low platelets.

2. Red fruits and vegetables
Red foods are key to improved platelet count. Tomatoes, plums, watermelons, cherries and berries are loaded with vitamins and minerals and have strong anti-oxidant properties which helps to raise platelet count. Vegetables such as broccoli, spinach, kale, Chinese vegetables like choi sum and kai lan are loaded with antioxidants and rich in vitamins and minerals which are believed to reduce inflammation and help increase platelet count.