## DoctorAnzu

### Rheumatology

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# Purpura

Palpable purpura in a patient with amyloidosis. The lesions are papulovesiculous on an erythematous base.  
Pending determination of cryoglobulins.  
Laboratory tests show leukocytosis and elevated ESR.

### Diagnosis added by author

#### Palpable purpura in amyloidosis

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