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{{Infobox medical condition | |||
| name = Painful bruising syndrome | |||
| synonyms = Gardner–Diamond syndrome, psychogenic purpura | |||
| field = [[Hematology]], [[Psychiatry]] | |||
| symptoms = [[Bruising]], [[pain]], [[swelling]] | |||
| onset = [[Adulthood]] | |||
| duration = [[Chronic]] | |||
| causes = [[Psychological stress]], [[autoimmune response]] | |||
| risks = [[Psychological disorders]], [[stress]] | |||
| diagnosis = [[Clinical diagnosis]], [[exclusion of other conditions]] | |||
| differential = [[Vasculitis]], [[coagulation disorders]], [[physical abuse]] | |||
| treatment = [[Psychotherapy]], [[stress management]], [[medication]] | |||
| prognosis = [[Variable]], often [[chronic]] | |||
| frequency = [[Rare]] | |||
}} | |||
'''Painful bruising syndrome''' is a rare medical condition characterized by the development of painful bruises following minor trauma. These bruises typically last for several days and may be accompanied by other symptoms such as fatigue and fever. The exact cause of painful bruising syndrome is unknown, but it is thought to be related to an abnormal response of the body's immune system. | '''Painful bruising syndrome''' is a rare medical condition characterized by the development of painful bruises following minor trauma. These bruises typically last for several days and may be accompanied by other symptoms such as fatigue and fever. The exact cause of painful bruising syndrome is unknown, but it is thought to be related to an abnormal response of the body's immune system. | ||
== Symptoms == | == Symptoms == | ||
The primary symptom of painful bruising syndrome is the development of painful bruises following minor trauma. These bruises typically last for several days and may be accompanied by other symptoms such as [[fatigue]] and [[fever]]. In some cases, the bruises may also be accompanied by a rash or other skin changes. | The primary symptom of painful bruising syndrome is the development of painful bruises following minor trauma. These bruises typically last for several days and may be accompanied by other symptoms such as [[fatigue]] and [[fever]]. In some cases, the bruises may also be accompanied by a rash or other skin changes. | ||
== Causes == | == Causes == | ||
The exact cause of painful bruising syndrome is unknown. However, it is thought to be related to an abnormal response of the body's immune system. This may result in inflammation and damage to the blood vessels, leading to the development of bruises. | The exact cause of painful bruising syndrome is unknown. However, it is thought to be related to an abnormal response of the body's immune system. This may result in inflammation and damage to the blood vessels, leading to the development of bruises. | ||
== Diagnosis == | == Diagnosis == | ||
The diagnosis of painful bruising syndrome is typically based on the presence of characteristic symptoms and a history of painful bruises following minor trauma. Additional tests may be performed to rule out other conditions that can cause similar symptoms, such as [[hemophilia]] or [[vasculitis]]. | The diagnosis of painful bruising syndrome is typically based on the presence of characteristic symptoms and a history of painful bruises following minor trauma. Additional tests may be performed to rule out other conditions that can cause similar symptoms, such as [[hemophilia]] or [[vasculitis]]. | ||
== Treatment == | == Treatment == | ||
The treatment of painful bruising syndrome is primarily aimed at managing the symptoms. This may include pain management, rest, and the use of anti-inflammatory medications. In some cases, immunosuppressive medications may be used to reduce the body's immune response. | The treatment of painful bruising syndrome is primarily aimed at managing the symptoms. This may include pain management, rest, and the use of anti-inflammatory medications. In some cases, immunosuppressive medications may be used to reduce the body's immune response. | ||
== See also == | == See also == | ||
* [[Bruise]] | * [[Bruise]] | ||
* [[Hematoma]] | * [[Hematoma]] | ||
* [[Purpura]] | * [[Purpura]] | ||
== References == | == References == | ||
<references /> | <references /> | ||
[[Category:Medical conditions]] | [[Category:Medical conditions]] | ||
[[Category:Syndromes]] | [[Category:Syndromes]] | ||
Latest revision as of 04:49, 4 April 2025
| Painful bruising syndrome | |
|---|---|
| Synonyms | Gardner–Diamond syndrome, psychogenic purpura |
| Pronounce | N/A |
| Specialty | N/A |
| Symptoms | Bruising, pain, swelling |
| Complications | N/A |
| Onset | Adulthood |
| Duration | Chronic |
| Types | N/A |
| Causes | Psychological stress, autoimmune response |
| Risks | Psychological disorders, stress |
| Diagnosis | Clinical diagnosis, exclusion of other conditions |
| Differential diagnosis | Vasculitis, coagulation disorders, physical abuse |
| Prevention | N/A |
| Treatment | Psychotherapy, stress management, medication |
| Medication | N/A |
| Prognosis | Variable, often chronic |
| Frequency | Rare |
| Deaths | N/A |
Painful bruising syndrome is a rare medical condition characterized by the development of painful bruises following minor trauma. These bruises typically last for several days and may be accompanied by other symptoms such as fatigue and fever. The exact cause of painful bruising syndrome is unknown, but it is thought to be related to an abnormal response of the body's immune system.
Symptoms[edit]
The primary symptom of painful bruising syndrome is the development of painful bruises following minor trauma. These bruises typically last for several days and may be accompanied by other symptoms such as fatigue and fever. In some cases, the bruises may also be accompanied by a rash or other skin changes.
Causes[edit]
The exact cause of painful bruising syndrome is unknown. However, it is thought to be related to an abnormal response of the body's immune system. This may result in inflammation and damage to the blood vessels, leading to the development of bruises.
Diagnosis[edit]
The diagnosis of painful bruising syndrome is typically based on the presence of characteristic symptoms and a history of painful bruises following minor trauma. Additional tests may be performed to rule out other conditions that can cause similar symptoms, such as hemophilia or vasculitis.
Treatment[edit]
The treatment of painful bruising syndrome is primarily aimed at managing the symptoms. This may include pain management, rest, and the use of anti-inflammatory medications. In some cases, immunosuppressive medications may be used to reduce the body's immune response.
See also[edit]
References[edit]
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