
Henoch-Schönlein Purpura - Johns Hopkins Vasculitis Center
Purpura not due to a low platelet count, caused by inflammation in blood vessels of the skin, is the hallmark of HSP. The tetrad of purpura, arthritis, kidney inflammation, and abdominal pain is often observed. However, all four elements of this tetrad are not required for diagnosis.
Henoch-Schönlein Purpura (IgA Vasculitis): Rapid Evidence Review …
2020年8月15日 · Henoch-Schönlein purpura, now called immunoglobulin A (IgA) vasculitis, is a systemic, immune complex–mediated, small-vessel leukocytoclastic vasculitis characterized by nonthrombocytopenic...
Henoch-Schonlein Purpura (HSP): Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment - WebMD
2024年7月15日 · Henoch-Schönlein purpura (HSP) is a disease that inflames small blood vessels. The inflammation causes blood vessels in the skin, intestines, kidneys, and joints to start...
Henoch-Schonlein purpura - Symptoms & causes - Mayo Clinic
2021年9月21日 · Henoch-Schonlein purpura is an inflammation of the small blood vessels of the skin, joints, bowels and kidneys. When blood vessels get inflamed, they can bleed into the skin, causing a reddish-purple rash (purpura). The most striking feature of this form of vasculitis is a purplish rash, typically on the lower legs and buttocks.
Clinical Practice Guidelines : Henoch-Schönlein purpura
A first episode of HSP, in the absence of significant renal disease, usually resolves within 4 weeks. Rash is often the last symptom to remit; Joint pain usually resolves spontaneously within 72 hours; Uncomplicated abdominal pain usually resolves spontaneously within 24-48 hours
Henoch Schönlein Purpura (HSP) - Great Ormond Street Hospital
Henoch Schönlein purpura (HSP) is a disease where small blood vessels called capillaries become inflamed and damaged, producing a rash on the skin called ’purpura’. This information sheet from Great Ormond Street Hospital (GOSH) explains about Henoch Schönlein purpura (HSP), what causes it and how it can be treated.
Henoch-Schonlein purpura - WikEM
Abbreviation: HSP Classical triad of non-thrombocytopenic palpable purpura , abdominal pain , arthritis Most common vasculitis in childhood (usually 2-11 yr)
Henoch-Schonlein Purpura - Children's Hospital of Philadelphia
Henoch-Schönlein purpura (HSP) is a form of vasculitis, a condition that involves inflammation of the blood vessels. It can affect any organ of the body and is the most common form of vasculitis in childhood. The condition is characterized by bruise-like rash on the arms or legs.
Henoch-Schonlein Purpura - HealthyChildren.org
Henoch-Schonlein purpura (HSP) is disease that causes small blood vessels to become swollen and irritated—a condition called vasculitis. It is most common in children between the ages of 3 and 15 years old and is rarely seen in adults. HSP is not contagious and tends to affect boys more than girls. The actual cause of HSP is not known.
Henoch-Schönlein Purpura (HSP): Symptoms and Treatment
2011年3月24日 · Henoch-Schönlein purpura (HSP) is a rare condition that is caused by inflammation of blood vessels (vasculitis). It particularly affects children. Blood vessels throughout the body are affected but HSP most often causes a skin rash, tummy (abdominal) pain and joint pains. Is Henoch-Schönlein purpura serious? What is HSP? What causes HSP?