IgA vasculitis Flashcards
1
Q
previously known as
A
henoch schonlein purpura
2
Q
definition
A
acute IgA mediated Vasculitis involving the small vessels of the skin, GI tract, kidneys and joints
3
Q
who is IgA vasculitis more common in
A
children
4
Q
when does IgA vasculitis typically occur
A
a few weeks after an upper respiratory tract infection
5
Q
presentation
A
- non-blanching purpuric rash over the buttocks and lower limbs
- abdominal pain
- vomiting
- joint pain
6
Q
management
A
self-limiting so reassuring parents is all that is necessary
