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Re: Child With Palpable Non Blanching Rashes - 02-06-2007, 11:50 AM

Henoch-Schonlein Purpura
Treatment: Usually corticosteroid (prednisone) is given. Dose is calculated according to body weight and condition of the patient.
The most important is Bed rest. At least 1 month bedrest is required.
This disease is dangerous as intestinal hemorrhage may occur. So Occult blood test should be done to rule out intestinal bleeding. Manage the complications as required.


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