What are called autoimmune diseases can affect just about every part of the body – and tens of millions of people. While most ...

Experiencing persistent joint pain, fatigue or unexplained rashes? These could be signs of an autoimmune condition. Reviewed by Dietitian Kelly Plowe, M.S., RD Rheumatologists are trained to piece ...

When vasculitis affects the skin, it can cause red or purple spots to develop. It may also cause ulcers or blisters. A vasculitis rash can become painful or itchy. Vasculitis is an inflammation and ...

"Our results show that fever and petechial rashes are still essential warning signs associated with higher rates of sepsis and meningitis than in other febrile children."—Kohlmaier et al., Acta ...

“Petechial rash often prompts further investigation into hematological, dermatological, or vasculitis causes. However, if the above investigations are negative and skin biopsy has not revealed a cause ...