Doc, I have an 8 months old nephew, that was trace with an ITP. When he was admitted to the hospital, his platelet count was only 2. He was given streroid, and before he was allowed to release from the hospital, his platelet was only 17. After a week, his platelets were test again, and it goes down to 8. According to his hematologist, when a bleeding occurs, an IVIG is recommended. w/c is very much costly. Is there any assurance that after the IVIG, my nephew will be able to back to normal? Is there any side effects? Is there any available treatment for this case, we cannot afford the cost of the IVIG. :( Thank you very much.