Pathoma - HSP Flashcards
1
Q
What type of vasculitis is Henoch-Schonlein Purpora?
A
Small Vessel Vasculitis (arterioles, capillaries & venules)
2
Q
What causes vasculitis in HSP?
A
IgA immune complex deposition
3
Q
What type of hypersensitivity is HSP?
A
Type III
4
Q
What is the most common vasculitis in children?
A
HSP
5
Q
What does HSP present with?
A
Palpable purpura (not blood bc it’s palpable) on buttocks and legs, GI pain and bleeding, and hematuria (IgA nephropathy) –> causes glomerular bleeding
6
Q
What does HSP usually follow?
A
An upper respiratory infection (URI) –> excessive production of IgA —> deposits
7
Q
What should be used to treat HSP?
A
Disease is self limited - supportive
8
Q
Can HSP recur?
A
YES
9
Q
What is used to treat HSP when it is severe?
A
Steroids
