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  2. Petechia - Wikipedia

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    A petechia (/ p ɪ ˈ t iː k i ə /; [1] pl.: petechiae) is a small red or purple spot (≤4 mm in diameter) that can appear on the skin, conjunctiva, retina, and mucous membranes which is caused by haemorrhage of capillaries. [2] [3] The word is derived from Italian petecchia 'freckle', of obscure origin. [1]

  3. Purpura - Wikipedia

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    They measure 3–10 mm, [3] whereas petechiae measure less than 3 mm, and ecchymoses greater than 1 cm. [4] Purpura is common with typhus and can be present with meningitis caused by meningococci or septicaemia. In particular, meningococcus (Neisseria meningitidis), a Gram-negative diplococcus organism, releases endotoxin when it lyses.

  4. Diascopy - Wikipedia

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    Diascopy of a red dot basal cell carcinoma on the left mid back of a 74-year-old female. The red dot basal cell carcinoma on the left mid back is circled; the tumor blanches when a glass microscope slide is pressed against it.

  5. Fat embolism syndrome - Wikipedia

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    Fat embolism syndrome occurs when fat enters the blood stream (fat embolism) and results in symptoms. [1] Symptoms generally begin within a day. [1] This may include a petechial rash, decreased level of consciousness, and shortness of breath. [1] Other symptoms may include fever and decreased urine output. [2] The risk of death is about 10%. [2]

  6. Thrombocytopenia - Wikipedia

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    Petechiae on the lower leg from thrombocytopenia Right upper limb with purpura caused by thrombocytopenia in person with septic shock. Thrombocytopenia usually has no symptoms and is picked up on a routine complete blood count. Some individuals with thrombocytopenia may experience external bleeding, such as nosebleeds or bleeding gums.

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    Now that the college football season is over, it's time to the attention to the court and the march toward the madness of the NCAA men's tournament.

  8. NYT ‘Connections’ Hints and Answers Today, Wednesday, February 12

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    Today's Connections Game Answers for Wednesday, February 12, 2025: 1. DOCUMENTS OF OWNERSHIP: CERTIFICATE, DEED, RECEIPT, TITLE 2. BITS IN A VARIETY SHOW: DANCE ...

  9. Non-blanching rash - Wikipedia

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    It is a characteristic of both purpuric and petechial rashes. [1] Individual purpura measure 3–10 mm (0.3–1 cm, 3 ⁄ 32 - 3 ⁄ 8 in), whereas petechiae measure less than 3 mm. [ 2 ] A non-blanching rash can be a symptom of bacterial meningitis , [ 3 ] but this is not the exclusive cause.