Acquired Disorders of the Vascular System Including Senile Purpura, Cushing's

Multiple Choice

Acquired disorders of the vascular system including senile purpura, Cushing's syndrome, corticosteroid therapy, and scurvy have one condition in common. Which of the following best describes this condition?

A) Decreased amount of supportive connective tissue in the blood vessel walls
B) Presence of abnormal proteins in the vascular system
C) Inflammation of the small blood vessels
D) Increased pressure within the lumen of capillaries after intense exercise