Quiz: Protein Disorders Causing Bruising or Bleeding
Question 1 of 3  

Sometimes an abnormal protein or an abnormal amount of a protein in the blood causes the blood vessels to become fragile. When these fragile vessels break, they leave purple bruises (purpura) on the skin. Which of the following conditions is characterized by bruising around the eyes or bruising elsewhere resulting from very light touch?

  • A.

    Amyloidosis

  • B.

    Cryoglobulinemia

  • C.

    Hypergammaglobulinemic purpura

  • D.

    Hyperviscosity syndrome

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