What is TTP?
Thrombotic Thrombocytopenic Purpura
Thrombotic Thrombocytopenic Purpura (TTP) is a rare, life-threatening blood disorder. In TTP, blood clots form in small blood vessels throughout your body. The clots can limit or block the flow of blood to your organs, such as your brain, kidneys, and heart. This can prevent your organs from working properly and can damage your organs. Symptoms may include:
- Extreme tiredness
- A fever
- A fast heart rate or shortness of breath
Living with TTP
Perspectives of TTP Patients and Families
The Ree Wynn Foundation was started in 2012 in response to the sudden and unexpected loss of our family member, Reeshemah (Ree) Wynn to TTP. Reeshemah was otherwise in great health. She did not have any significant signs of illness. Yet, this disorder took hold of her without warning. Her death has left us all in a state of shock. Our only recourse is to work to find a cause and cure so other people and families don’t suffer in the same way.
“TTP has changed my life’s journey and purpose for the better. I also found the Ree Wynn Foundation. Ms. Vicki is an earth angel for TTP survivors. I am so grateful for her and her mission not to let her beloved daughter Reeshemah Wynn’s death go in vain. She doesn’t want other families to feel the pain her family has felt because of this deadly disease.”
Anise Banks
TTP Survivor and Advocator
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