title: Immune thrombocytopenia associated with consumption of tonic water.
abstract: Thrombocytopenic purpura can develop from an induced antibody response that destroys platelets. Megakaryocyte production may also play a role. Although the inciting antigen is usually not identified, it is important to consider medications. This article presents the case of a man who developed sudden onset of severe thrombocytopenia associated with the ingestion of quinine-containing tonic water.
authors.affiliation: Department of Internal Medicine, Baylor University Medical Center at Dallas.
authors.forename: F David
authors.initials: FD
authors.lastname: Winter
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