Nonthrombocytopenic purpura
Nonthrombocytopenic purpura (non-throm-bo-cyto-penic pur-pura, /nɒnˌθrɒmbəʊsaɪˈtəʊpɪnɪk ˈpɜːrpʊrə/) is a medical condition characterized by the development of purpura without a decrease in the number of platelets in the blood. The term is derived from the Greek words "nonthrombos" meaning "not clot", "kytos" meaning "cell", "penia" meaning "deficiency", and "purpura" meaning "purple".
Definition
Nonthrombocytopenic purpura refers to a group of conditions that cause petechiae and ecchymosis, which are small purple or red spots on the skin resulting from a minor bleed from broken capillary blood vessels. Unlike thrombocytopenic purpura, the platelet count is not reduced in nonthrombocytopenic purpura.
Causes
The condition can be caused by a variety of factors, including certain medications, infections, and autoimmune diseases. It can also be a symptom of other medical conditions, such as vasculitis or vitamin C deficiency (also known as scurvy).
Symptoms
Symptoms of nonthrombocytopenic purpura include rashes that appear like small red or purple spots on the skin, bruising easily, and in some cases, joint pain and abdominal pain.
Treatment
Treatment for nonthrombocytopenic purpura typically involves addressing the underlying cause. This may involve discontinuing certain medications, treating infections, or managing autoimmune diseases.
See also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Nonthrombocytopenic purpura
- Wikipedia's article - Nonthrombocytopenic purpura
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