Purpura Fulminans

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.

Also Known As:

Fulminans, Purpura

Hemic and Lymphatic Diseases: 6
- Hematologic Diseases: 3366
  - Blood Coagulation Disorders: 167
    - Purpura: 3221
      - Purpura Fulminans: 401
Signs and Symptoms Pathological Conditions
- Pathologic Processes: 10023
  - Hemorrhage: 140190
    - Purpura: 3221
      - Purpura Fulminans: 401
- Signs and Symptoms
  - Skin Manifestations: 753
    - Purpura: 3221
      - Purpura Fulminans: 401

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