Vascular Purpura

Vascular purpura is the appearance of reddish or purple spots on the skin caused by blood leaking from small inflamed or damaged vessels. Unlike other types of purpura, its origin is in the wall of the blood vessels rather than in the platelets.

Common symptoms: spots that do not disappear when pressed, often located on the legs, and that are sometimes accompanied by joint pain or abdominal discomfort.

When to see a doctor? When these spots appear, especially if they spread or other symptoms are added.

Which specialist evaluates it? In childhood the pediatrician performs the initial evaluation, and the nephrologist takes part when there may be associated kidney involvement. When faced with these signs on the skin, it is advisable to seek professional guidance to study its cause carefully.