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Henoch-Schoenlein Syndrome
Medical Questions » Henoch-Schoenlein Syndrome
| Name: Henoch-Schoenlein Syndrome |
| Also known as: Anaphylactoid Purpura |
| Generalized inflammation of small blood vessels resulting in the formation of purpura in the skin. |
Causes of Henoch-Schoenlein Syndrome
May be a complication of a number of different diseases, but its cause is unknown. More common in children. |
Symptoms of Henoch-Schoenlein Syndrome
Small, slightly raised dilated blood vessels (purpura) appear on the skin as red or purple patches about five to ten millimeters across. There may be bleeding into the intestine, lungs, kidneys and joints to cause belly pain, coughing of blood, blood in the urine and arthritis. |
Tests for Henoch-Schoenlein Syndrome
Diagnosed by biopsy of one of the purpura in the skin. |
Treatment for Henoch-Schoenlein Syndrome
None normally necessary.
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Complications of Henoch-Schoenlein Syndrome of its treatment
If the kidneys become involved medical treatment is necessary, as long term kidney damage may occur. |
Likely Outcome of Henoch-Schoenlein Syndrome
Self limiting and usually settles without serious long term problems in one to six weeks. |
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