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Query: UMLS:C0023890 (
cirrhosis
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"Ecstasy" (3,4-Methylenedioxymethamphetamine), is used as a mood enhancer. We describe a case of a 23 year-old male suffering from thrombotic thrombocytopenic purpura (TTP), and severe hepatitis following ingestion of ecstasy. We describe the various hepatic complications, including hepatitis,
cirrhosis
, and hepatic failure, in addition to the hematological complications including DIC and TTP secondary to
ecstasy abuse
. Ecstasy abuse should be considered in every patient with unexplained hepatic or hematologic complications.
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PMID:[Hepatic and hematological complications following ecstasy usage]. 1168 Nov 22
