Definition: A severe, rapidly fatal reaction occurring most commonly in children following an infectious illness. It is characterized by large, rapidly spreading skin hemorrhages, fever, or shock. Purpura fulminans often accompanies or is triggered by DISSEMINATED INTRAVASCULAR COAGULATION.
Synonyms (terms occurring on more labels are shown first): purpura fulminans
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Drugs with this side effect as MedDRA Preferred Term
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