Microbiology with Diseases by Body System (4th Edition)

Published by Benjamin Cummings
ISBN 10: 032191855X
ISBN 13: 978-0-32191-855-0

Chapter 20 - Microbial Diseases of the Nervous System and Eyes - Questions For Review - Fill in the Blanks - Page 634: 10

Answer

Petechiae

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Petechiae are small, dark purple hemorrhages of blood vessels in the skin, sometimes seen in meningitis patients. Meningitis patients may also experience a stiff neck, muscle soreness, and a sensitivity to light.
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