Diseases [C] » Hemic and Lymphatic Diseases [C15] » Hematologic Diseases » Blood Coagulation Disorders » Purpura » Purpura Fulminans
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Diseases [C] » Pathological Conditions, Signs and Symptoms [C23] » Signs and Symptoms » Skin Manifestations » Purpura » Purpura Fulminans
Description
A severe, rapidly fatal reaction occurring most commonly in children following an infectious illness. It is characterized by large, rapidly spreading skin hemorrhages, fever, or shock. Purpura fulminans often accompanies or is triggered by DISSEMINATED INTRAVASCULAR COAGULATION. MeSH
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