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OVERVIEW
Henoch-Schönlein purpura (Henoch-Schonlein purpurn) is an acute, systemic small vessel vasculitis.
WHAT CAUSES IT?
This is an IgA-mediated vasculaits.
WHAT MAKES US SUSPECT IT?
Initial Presentation
- Rash: palpable purpura
- Arthritis/arthralgia
- Abdominal pain
- Hematuria
CLINICAL WORKUP
Serum studies:
- Normal platelets
- Normal coagulation studies
- Normal/elevated creatinine
- Hematuria often present (proteinuria may also be present but may be absent)
HOW DO WE TREAT IT?
Supportive measures:
- Hydration
- NSAIDS
Patients with severe symptoms:
- Hospitalization
- Systemic glucocorticoids
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