Perifollicular petechiae and easy bruising

J Fam Pract. 2016 Dec;65(12):927-930.

Abstract

This patient was a liver transplant recipient and had a history of malnutrition. One tell-tale sign on the physical exam, however, left no doubt as to the diagnosis.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Ascorbic Acid / therapeutic use*
  • Ascorbic Acid Deficiency / diagnosis*
  • Ascorbic Acid Deficiency / drug therapy*
  • Contusions / drug therapy*
  • Contusions / etiology*
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Middle Aged
  • Purpura / complications*
  • Purpura / diagnosis
  • Purpura / drug therapy*
  • Treatment Outcome

Substances

  • Ascorbic Acid