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Petechia

Description:

Petechia is a term used in medicine to refer to small, pinpoint-sized, round spots that appear on the skin. These spots are caused by bleeding under the skin due to broken capillary blood vessels. Petechia can be a symptom of various medical conditions, such as infections, autoimmune diseases, or certain medications.

Examples:

Noun:

1. The doctor diagnosed the patient with a rare blood disorder after noticing petechiae on their arms.

Adjective:

1. She experienced petechial bleeding after taking a specific medication.

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