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Disseminated Intravascular Coagulation (DIC)

Disseminated intravascular coagulation(DIC) is a serious disorder in which the proteins that control blood clotting become abnormally active.Normally, when you are injured, certain proteins in the blood become activated...

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Causes

Normally, when you are injured, certain proteins in the blood become activated and travel to the injury site to help ...

Tests

The following tests may be done:Examination of a blood sample under a microscopeFibrin degradation products - highPar...

Treatments

The goal is to determine and treat the underlying cause of DIC. Blood clotting factors will be replaced with plasma t...

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Complications

Bleeding
Stroke
Decreased Blood Flow to Limb

Prevention

Get prompt treatment for conditions known to bring on this disorder.

Doctor Specialties

Go to the emergency room or call 911 if you have bleeding that won't stop.

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Meningococcemia on the calves

Meningococcemia on the leg

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