Severe Limbs Ischemia with Retiform Purpura: Serious Manifestations in Acute Meningococcemia
Keywords:
Acute meningococcemia, Retiform purpura, Purpura fulminans, Limbs ischemiaAbstract
Acute meningococcemia often presents with severe skin manifestations, such as limb ischemia and purpura fulminans. Prompt diagnosis and timely treatment are critical to avoid serious complications, including permanent limb loss. We report the case of a 22-year-old man living in a military camp, referred from a community hospital, who developed acute high-grade fever, altered consciousness, and retiform purpura that evolved into purpura fulminans alongside septic shock. His condition rapidly worsened, complicated by bilateral limb ischemia and necrotizing fasciitis, eventually requiring bilateral below knee amputations. This case highlights the importance of early recognition and aggressive management of meningococcemia to improve patient outcomes and prevent irreversible damage.
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