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Henoch-Schonlei purpura

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tess
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06/15/04 - 09:01 PM

Which of the following is most often seen in Henoch-Schonlein purpura?

a. appendicitis
b. cholecystitis
c. volvulus
d. intussusception
e. diverticulitis

What is the etiology of Henoch-Schonlein purpura? What are the common clinical presentations? What is the best treatment? What organ function should be paid attention and monitored? smiling face

docdoc
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06/16/04 - 09:13 AM

I think d

Here's what I know about it.
Most common purpura in children, involves small vessels. Follows a viral disease.
IgA depostion in vessels (type 3 hypersensitivity), associate it with Berger's disease.
Buttock rash is present. Also polyarthritis.
Renal impairment is common, and when occurs should be treated with corticosteroids.

tess
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06/16/04 - 05:47 PM

You know it very well, docdoc! thanks. smiling face

In the explanation it also says immunoglobulin can be used for it.

chemamr
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05/28/05 - 08:25 PM

Most of the patients resolve spontaneously in weeks to months and if this doesn´t happen, then you give prednisone.

Another triggers are an immunization or a drug.

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