Evans syndrome (ES), characterized by autoimmune hemolytic anemia (AIHA) and immune thrombocytopenia (ITP), often poses diagnostic challenges due to its varied etiology and clinical presentation. We present a case of secondary ES in a 41-year-old male with a history of AIHA and ITP, who presented with lower extremity erythema, warmth, and sensation of chest pressure. Initial laboratory investigations revealed thrombocytopenia, mild anemia, and a prolonged activated partial thromboplastin time (aPTT), prompting further evaluation.
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