
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-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.
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-Schönlein Purpura (IgA Vasculitis): Rapid Evidence Review
Henoch-Schönlein purpura, now called immunoglobulin A (IgA) vasculitis, is a systemic, immune complex–mediated, small-vessel leukocytoclastic vasculitis characterized by...
Henoch-Schonlein purpura (anaphylactoid purpura) - DermNet
What is Henoch–Schönlein purpura? Henoch–Schönlein purpura (HSP) is a form of leukocytoclastic or small-vessel vasculitis, most often observed in children. It is sometimes called anaphylactoid purpura. HSP results from inflammation of the small blood vessels in the skin and various other tissues within the body.
Clinical Practice Guidelines : Henoch-Schönlein purpura
HSP is the most common vasculitis of childhood. It most commonly affects children 2-8 years of age. Usually affects large joints of lower limbs. Rarely upper limbs. If prescribing oral prednisolone, give 1-2 mg/kg/day (maximum 60 mg/day) or IV methylprednisolone 0.8-1.6 mg/kg/day (maximum 1 g/day) while symptoms persist.
Henoch-Schonlein Purpura - (HSP) HSP results from inflammation of small blood vessels in the skin and other organs in the body. The blood vessel damage causes a rash and joint symptoms and can affect other organs, such as kidneys and intestines. No …
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-Schönlein Purpura (HSP) (for Parents) - KidsHealth
Henoch-Schönlein purpura (HEH-nok SHOON-line PURR-pyuh-ruh) is a condition that makes small blood vessels get swollen and irritated. This inflammation is called vasculitis (vas-kyuh-LY-tis). It usually affects blood vessels in the skin, joints, intestines, and kidneys.