Notes in Henoch-Schönlein

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Published	10/08/2024	Henoch-Schonlein Purpura is an {{c1::IgA vasculitis}} that presents with a {{c2::purpuric}} rash affecting the {{c1::lower limbs}}…
Published	10/08/2024	Henoch-Schönlein affects the {{c1::skin, kidneys and gastro-intestinal tract}}. The condition is often triggered by an {{c1::upper airw…
Published	10/08/2024	The four classic features of Henoch-Schonlein are: {{c1::Purpura}} (100%), {{c1::Joint pain}} (75%), {{c1::Abdominal pain}}&n…
Published	10/08/2024	In severe cases, Henoch-Schonlein can lead to {{c1::gastrointestinal haemorrhage, intussusepction and bowel infarction::GI?}}
Published	10/08/2024	Henoch-Schonlein affects the kidneys causing an {{c1::IgA nephritis}}. This can lead to microscopic or macroscopic {{c1::haem…
Published	10/08/2024	Henoch-Schonlein: ManagementThe most important initial step is to exclude other serious pathology, such as {{c1::meningococcal septicaemia}}&nbsp…
Published	10/08/2024	Henoch-Schonlein: ManagementInvestigations to exclude other pathology and assess for organ involvement include:Full blood count and blood fi…
Published	10/08/2024	The most recent criteria for diagnosing Henoch-Schonlein is the {{c1::EULAR/PRINTO/PRES}} criteria:Palpable purpura + (one of the foll…
Published	10/08/2024	Management of Henoch-Schonlein:{{c1::Supportive}}!Monitor: {{c1::urine dipstick for renal involvement and BP for HTN}}
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