06:48
Encyclopedia: Henoch-schonlein Purpura
Henoch-Schönlein purpura, also known as allergic purpura and commonly abbreviated to HSP, is a systemic vasculitis characterized by deposition of immune complexes containing the antibody IgA in the skin and kidney. It occurs mainly in young children. Typical symptoms include palpable purpura , joint pains and abdominal pain. Most cases are self-limiting and require no treatment apart from symptom control, but the disease may relapse in a third of the...
Web Results
-
Henoch-Sch nlein purpura - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Henoch-Sch nlein purpura, also known as allergic purpura and commonly abbreviated to HSP, is a systemic vasculitis (inflammation of blood vessels) ...
-
Henoch-Schonlein Purpura (HSP, Anaphylactoid Purpura) Symptoms ...
Find out about Henoch-Schonlein purpura (HSP) symptoms, diagnosis, treatment and prognosis. HSP is a form of vasculitis that causes rashes, ...
-
eMedicine - Henoch-Sch nlein Purpura : Article by Philip Bossart...
Henoch-Schonlein purpura (HSP) is a small-vessel vasculitis characterized by purpura, arthritis, abdominal pain, and hem.
Guide Note
Mahalo Top 7
Question and Answer
What is the treatment or medicine for HENOCH-SCHONLEIN PURPURA skin diseases? except the dermatologist....?
What is the treatment or medicine for HENOCH-SCHONLEIN PURPURA skin diseases? except the dermatologist....? this kind...
What is the treatment or medicine for HENOCH-SCHONLEIN PURPURA skin diseases? except the dermatologist....? this kind...
Treatment The prognosis of Henoch-Sch nlein purpura is excellent. Most patients recover completely, and some do not require therapy. Treatment is similar for adults and children. When glucocorticoid therapy is...
Asked by may may - 15 months ago
Herbal remedies and alternative therapy for Henoch-schonlein Purpura?
I have been diagnosed with henoch-schonlein purpura and was wondering what herbal remedies would be...
I have been diagnosed with henoch-schonlein purpura and was wondering what herbal remedies would be...
Let's look at the parts affected. Reiki would help as a supportive treatment at best, but cannot hurt. Even though it affects all sorts of things, let's concentrate on the...
Asked by kchick8080 - 20 months ago
Forum Search
-
18 month old DS has "HSP" any advice?
Hi was wondering if anyone could give me some advice on "Henoch-Schonlein Purpura" ( HSP ) my 18 Hi was wondering if anyone could give me some advice on "Henoch-Schonlein Purpura" ( HSP ) ...
Oct 12, 2008
-
Prednisone short term
, but one thing that's missing is short term users and they're experiences. I have henoch schonleins purpura I have read a lot of your comments and I feel like i've learned a lot from your...
Mar 06, 2008
-
Kidney Conditions Kidney Failure & Friends Offering Money I Like...
My husband has a very rare disease called hsp (henoch schonlein purpura) which has cased his My husband has a very rare disease called hsp (henoch schonlein purpura) which has cased his...
Jan 14, 2005
How-To Guides
-
Henoch-Schonlein Purpura
Henoch-Schonlein purpura is an abnormal immune system response within a blood vessel. Learn about Henoch-Schonlein purpura causes, symptoms, treatment and prevention.
-
Henoch-Schonlein Purpura Image
Summer Skin Irritants Slide Show
Learn about chigger bites, poison ivy and other summer skin irritants:
Common summer skin conditions can be bothersome, uncomfortable and even painful. Some, such as heat rash and swimmers' itch, clear up on their own. Others, including Lyme disease, require medical treatment. This slide show from the Mayo Clinic will take a look at these seasonal skin conditions, their causes and when you might need to see your doctor.
Baby Rashes Slide Show
Babies are not born with perfect skin. In fact, it's is very common for newborns to have rashes. Learn about the most common baby rashes: cradle cap, milia, baby acne, heat rash, eczema, yeast infections, and diaper rash.
Skin Rashes Slide Show
Learn about common skin rashes in this slide show:
A skin rash can be harmless or an indicator of serious illness. Rashes can be caused by medications, viruses, fungi, autoimmune disease, and even heat.
Related in the Kosmos
Disease (17)
Symptom (14)
Medical Conditions (14)
Inflammations