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Vasculitis, Hypersensitivity

Medical Definition: Heterogeneous group of disorders characterized by a vasculitic syndrome presumed to be associated with a hypersensitivity reaction following exposure to an antigen such as an infectious agent, a drug, or other foreign or endogenous substance (Wilson et al, Harrison's Principles of Internal Medicine, 12th ed, p1459).
Previously Indexed: Vasculitis, Allergic Cutaneous (1978-1994)
Vasculitis, Hypersensitivity Categories.
Canadian Medical Guide Definition Vasculitis, Allergic Cutaneous - Vasculitis due to allergic reaction, marked by such cutaneous lesions as papules, macules, vesicles, urticarial wheals, purpura, and small ulcers, and accompanied by itching and usually a slight fever and malaise.

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