Immunoglobulin A vasculitis
What is Immunoglobulin A vasculitis?
Schönlein-Henoch purpura (SHP) is a systemic IgA vasculitis that affects small vessels. It is characterized by skin purpura, arthritis, and abdominal and/or renal involvement.
Other condition names
- Anaphylactoid purpura
- Henoch-Schönlein purpura
- IgA vasculitis
- Purpura rheumatica
- Rheumatoid purpura
Inheritance type
Not applicable
Age of Onset
- Childhood
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