Skin purpura

A general term for changes in color after bleeding from the skin and mucous membranes. The clinical manifestations are bleeding spots, purpura, and ecchymosis, which are generally not elevated above the skin surface. It can be slightly raised only in allergic purpura. It starts to become purplish red, does not fade, and gradually becomes lighter in the future. . Purpura is the most common clinical manifestation of bleeding disorders.

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