| thrombocytopenic purpura | (n) purpura associated with a reduction in circulating blood platelets which can result from a variety of factors, Syn. purpura hemorrhagica, idiopathic thrombocytopenic purpura, Werlhof's disease |
| nonthrombocytopenic purpura | (n) purpura resulting from a defect in the capillaries caused by bacteria or drugs |