Henoch-Schonlein purpura

Alternative names:

anaphylactoid purpura; vascular purpura

Treatment:

There is no specific treatment for this disorder. Most cases resolve spontaneously without treatment. If symptoms persist, therapy with corticosteroids such as prednisone is usually tried.

Expectations (prognosis):

The disease usually resolves spontaneously without treatment.

Complications:

• recurrence of symptoms
• renal impairment (may occur in rare cases)

Calling your health care provider:

Call for an appointment with your health care provider if symptoms of Henoch-Scholnlein purpura develop, particularly if they last for more than a few days.

Call your health care provider if decreased urine output develops after an episode of Henoch-Schonlein purpura.