Petechial rash inflicted by self-damage in a pre-teen
A petechial rash in children is characterized by small, pinpoint, less than 2mm in diameter, non-blanching spots appearing over the skin and mucous membranes. They result from areas of hemorrhage into the dermis. Petechial rash is common in children and result from infections, trauma and blood and clotting disorders. Here is presented the case of pre-teen girl with a petechial rash inflicted by self-damage.
Authors
- Alberta Shkembi
- Elda Skenderi
- Admir Sulovari
- Gjeorgjina Kuli-Lito
- Megina Muco
- Ergena Neziri
- Uendi Dermyshi
Publication Details
- Journal
- World Journal of Advanced Research and Reviews
- Published
- 2025-06-24
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.30574/wjarr.2025.26.3.2378
- Primary Topic
- Poisoning and overdose treatments
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00