Picture of Meningococcemia

Meningococcemia is a serious bloodstream infection. This photo depicts purple necrotic lesions on the legs of a child who has meningococcemia.
Image Source: Color Atlas & Synopsis of Pediatric Dermatology
Kay Shou-Mei Kane, Jen Bissonette Ryder, Richard Allen Johnson, Howard P. Baden, Alexander Stratigos
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Text Reference: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention: "Meningococcal Disease"
Text Reference: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention: "Meningococcal Disease"