Purpura Fulminans: A rare presentation of infection.

A previously healthy man presented with fever for 2 days and rapidly progressive purpuric rash for 1 day. He progressed into hypotension, disseminated intravascular coagulation and refractory shock despite resuscitation and early antibiotic commencement. Blood culture grew This case report highlights the fact that purpura fulminans can be a rare presentation of infection as well.