Lexicon:Petechia, petechiae
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| Term: | petechia, petechiae |
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| References: | HMS Surprise, page 118 Desolation Island, page 144 |
| Meaning: | A small red or purple spot on the skin, caused by extravasation of blood, occurring in certain fevers. |
Additional information
Maturin's Medicine — This article is based on information from Maturin's Medicine, compiled and edited by Kerry Webb, with the help of a number of contributors.
