A 20-year-old woman presents to the dermatology clinic with a 5-day history of a mildly pruritic rash on both of her legs and feet. She has no pertinent medical history and denies any recent illness ...

Purpura and petechiae are spots of skin discoloration that occur when small blood vessels under the skin break and bleed. The main difference between the two is their appearance. Purpura and petechiae ...

Petechiae are tiny, flat patches that occur due to bleeding under the skin. They may look like a rash on a person’s skin. Petechiae typically appear red or purple on pale skin but may look brown on ...

The image shows dependent, palpable purpura consistent with Henoch-Schönlein purpura (HSP). Urinalysis should be sent to confirm no renal complications are present. HSP is a vasculitic disease of ...

It's not uncommon for a baby's adorable little legs to develop skin rashes, seemingly out of nowhere. And while any skin abnormality is understandably a cause for concern, take comfort in knowing that ...