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Purpura, Petechiae and Vasculitis - Dermatology

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HSP: Evaluation <strong>and</strong> Treatment<br />

Also important to look for systemic disease:<br />

• Renal: Urinalysis, BUN/Cr<br />

• Gastrointestinal: Stool guaiac<br />

• HSP in adults may be a manifestation of underlying<br />

malignancy<br />

Natural History: most children completely recover<br />

from HSP<br />

• Some develop progressive renal disease (more common<br />

in adults)<br />

Treatment is supportive +/- prednisone

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