Epistemis

Purple and petechiae

Specialty: Skin.

  • petechiae
  • purple
  • stains that do not disappear under pressure

Why it occurs

  • Thrombopenia
  • Vasculitis
  • Meningococcemia
  • Drugs/anticoagulants

Initial workup

CBC with platelets and coagulation; evaluate smears.

red flags

Petechiae with fever and affectation of general condition → meningococcemia: urgency.

Standard management

  • Treat the cause — according to etiology

Educational guidance for study. It is NOT a prescription recommendation. The actual choice depends on the cause, the patient, and current guidelines.

PreviousGeneralized itching
Area
Skin
Listed causes
4
Treatment options
1
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