Vasculitic Skin Disorders Flashcards
1
Q
What rash is seen in SLE (think animal)
A
Butterfly
2
Q
What are the complications of SLE? (2)
A
RA
Nephritis
3
Q
Henoch sconlein purpura causes what 3 things? Is it self-limiting?
A
Nephritic syndrome
Polyarthralgia
Abdo pain
Yes it is self limiting
4
Q
What are 3 features of Kawasaki disease?
A
Accept:
High grade fever for over 5 days
Conjunctivitis
Strawberry tongue
Dry red cracked lips
Hand and feet oedema
Diffuse maculopapular rash
Cervical lymphadenopathy
5
Q
How is Kawasaki disease treated? (2)
A
IV immunoglobulins and aspirin
6
Q
What are the complications of Kawasaki? (2)
A
Myocarditis
Coronary artery aneurysm