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{{Infobox medical condition | |||
| name = Nonthrombocytopenic purpura | |||
| synonyms = | |||
| field = [[Hematology]] | |||
| symptoms = [[Purpura]], [[bruising]], [[petechiae]] | |||
| complications = | |||
| onset = | |||
| duration = | |||
| causes = [[Vascular disorders]], [[coagulation disorders]] | |||
| risks = | |||
| diagnosis = [[Clinical examination]], [[blood tests]] | |||
| differential = [[Thrombocytopenic purpura]], [[vasculitis]] | |||
| prevention = | |||
| treatment = [[Addressing underlying cause]], [[supportive care]] | |||
| medication = | |||
| prognosis = | |||
| frequency = | |||
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'''Nonthrombocytopenic purpura''' is a medical condition characterized by the development of [[purpura]] (purple-colored spots) on the skin, mucous membranes, or organs. Unlike [[thrombocytopenic purpura]], this condition is not associated with a decrease in the number of [[platelets]] in the blood. | '''Nonthrombocytopenic purpura''' is a medical condition characterized by the development of [[purpura]] (purple-colored spots) on the skin, mucous membranes, or organs. Unlike [[thrombocytopenic purpura]], this condition is not associated with a decrease in the number of [[platelets]] in the blood. | ||
== Causes == | == Causes == | ||
Nonthrombocytopenic purpura can be caused by a variety of factors, including certain medications, infections, and diseases that affect the blood vessels. Some of the most common causes include: | Nonthrombocytopenic purpura can be caused by a variety of factors, including certain medications, infections, and diseases that affect the blood vessels. Some of the most common causes include: | ||
* [[Vasculitis]]: This is an inflammation of the blood vessels that can lead to purpura. | * [[Vasculitis]]: This is an inflammation of the blood vessels that can lead to purpura. | ||
* [[Henoch- | * [[Henoch-Schönlein purpura]]: This is a type of vasculitis that often affects children and can cause purpura, abdominal pain, and joint pain. | ||
* [[Medications]]: Certain medications, such as aspirin, corticosteroids, and nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), can cause purpura. | * [[Medications]]: Certain medications, such as aspirin, corticosteroids, and nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), can cause purpura. | ||
* [[Infections]]: Certain infections, such as [[streptococcus]], can cause purpura. | * [[Infections]]: Certain infections, such as [[streptococcus]], can cause purpura. | ||
== Symptoms == | == Symptoms == | ||
The main symptom of nonthrombocytopenic purpura is the appearance of purpura on the skin, mucous membranes, or organs. Other symptoms can vary depending on the underlying cause of the purpura and may include: | The main symptom of nonthrombocytopenic purpura is the appearance of purpura on the skin, mucous membranes, or organs. Other symptoms can vary depending on the underlying cause of the purpura and may include: | ||
* [[Fever]] | * [[Fever]] | ||
* [[Joint pain]] | * [[Joint pain]] | ||
* [[Abdominal pain]] | * [[Abdominal pain]] | ||
* [[Kidney problems]] | * [[Kidney problems]] | ||
== Diagnosis == | == Diagnosis == | ||
The diagnosis of nonthrombocytopenic purpura is typically made based on the patient's symptoms and a physical examination. Additional tests may be performed to determine the underlying cause of the purpura, such as: | The diagnosis of nonthrombocytopenic purpura is typically made based on the patient's symptoms and a physical examination. Additional tests may be performed to determine the underlying cause of the purpura, such as: | ||
* [[Blood tests]] | * [[Blood tests]] | ||
* [[Urine tests]] | * [[Urine tests]] | ||
* [[Biopsy]] | * [[Biopsy]] | ||
== Treatment == | == Treatment == | ||
The treatment of nonthrombocytopenic purpura depends on the underlying cause of the condition. Treatment options may include: | The treatment of nonthrombocytopenic purpura depends on the underlying cause of the condition. Treatment options may include: | ||
* [[Medications]]: These may be used to treat the underlying cause of the purpura, such as antibiotics for infections or immunosuppressive drugs for vasculitis. | * [[Medications]]: These may be used to treat the underlying cause of the purpura, such as antibiotics for infections or immunosuppressive drugs for vasculitis. | ||
* [[Supportive care]]: This may include rest, hydration, and pain management. | * [[Supportive care]]: This may include rest, hydration, and pain management. | ||
== See also == | == See also == | ||
* [[Purpura]] | * [[Purpura]] | ||
* [[Thrombocytopenic purpura]] | * [[Thrombocytopenic purpura]] | ||
* [[Vasculitis]] | * [[Vasculitis]] | ||
* [[Henoch- | * [[Henoch-Schönlein purpura]] | ||
[[Category:Medical conditions]] | [[Category:Medical conditions]] | ||
[[Category:Blood disorders]] | [[Category:Blood disorders]] | ||
[[Category:Skin conditions]] | [[Category:Skin conditions]] | ||
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Latest revision as of 04:44, 4 April 2025
| Nonthrombocytopenic purpura | |
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| Synonyms | |
| Pronounce | N/A |
| Specialty | N/A |
| Symptoms | Purpura, bruising, petechiae |
| Complications | |
| Onset | |
| Duration | |
| Types | N/A |
| Causes | Vascular disorders, coagulation disorders |
| Risks | |
| Diagnosis | Clinical examination, blood tests |
| Differential diagnosis | Thrombocytopenic purpura, vasculitis |
| Prevention | |
| Treatment | Addressing underlying cause, supportive care |
| Medication | |
| Prognosis | |
| Frequency | |
| Deaths | N/A |
Nonthrombocytopenic purpura is a medical condition characterized by the development of purpura (purple-colored spots) on the skin, mucous membranes, or organs. Unlike thrombocytopenic purpura, this condition is not associated with a decrease in the number of platelets in the blood.
Causes[edit]
Nonthrombocytopenic purpura can be caused by a variety of factors, including certain medications, infections, and diseases that affect the blood vessels. Some of the most common causes include:
- Vasculitis: This is an inflammation of the blood vessels that can lead to purpura.
- Henoch-Schönlein purpura: This is a type of vasculitis that often affects children and can cause purpura, abdominal pain, and joint pain.
- Medications: Certain medications, such as aspirin, corticosteroids, and nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), can cause purpura.
- Infections: Certain infections, such as streptococcus, can cause purpura.
Symptoms[edit]
The main symptom of nonthrombocytopenic purpura is the appearance of purpura on the skin, mucous membranes, or organs. Other symptoms can vary depending on the underlying cause of the purpura and may include:
Diagnosis[edit]
The diagnosis of nonthrombocytopenic purpura is typically made based on the patient's symptoms and a physical examination. Additional tests may be performed to determine the underlying cause of the purpura, such as:
Treatment[edit]
The treatment of nonthrombocytopenic purpura depends on the underlying cause of the condition. Treatment options may include:
- Medications: These may be used to treat the underlying cause of the purpura, such as antibiotics for infections or immunosuppressive drugs for vasculitis.
- Supportive care: This may include rest, hydration, and pain management.
