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Henoch-Schönlein purpura
pathology
Also known as: anaphylactoid purpura
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occurrence in childhood
- In childhood disease and disorder: Connective-tissue disorders
Henoch-Schönlein purpura (anaphylactoid purpura) is the most common connective-tissue disorder in children. It is characterized by a purpuric rash, painful swollen joints, and abdominal pain with vomiting. In a minority of patients, the kidneys become involved and nephritis develops; this is the only complication that…
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