(San Diego, California) — Levamisole-contaminated cocaine is a growing cause of retiform purpura and vasculitis, and might be responsible for unmasking certain autoimmune conditions in ... What The Study Did: In this case series with four patients, the skin findings of livedo racemosa (skin discoloration) and retiform purpura are described in patients with severe COVID-19. Authors: ...

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Medical News Today: What is purpura, and how can you treat it? A purpura rash occurs when small blood vessels burst, causing blood to pool under the skin. They appear as small, reddish-purple spots just beneath the skin’s surface. Purpura, also known as skin ...

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