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purpura

/ˈpɜːrpərə/ noun · British & US
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What does purpura mean?

noun

A purple or reddish discoloration of the skin, often caused by bleeding under the skin. A type of skin discoloration.

Example

"The patient's purpura was a sign of a more serious underlying condition."

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