A rare disease more common than perceived: Two case studies and brief review of IgA Vasculitis
Journal: International Journal of Dermatology and Clinical Research (Vol.5, No. 1)Publication Date: 2019-01-02
Authors : Lydia Shedlofsky DO; Chelsea Crist;
Page : 003-005
Keywords : gA Vasculitis; Incidence; Misdiagnosis; Criterion;
Abstract
Immunoglobulin A (IgA) Vasculitis, more commonly known as Henoch-Schönlein Purpura (HSP), is a disorder which causes inflammation and bleeding in the small blood vessels of the skin, joints, intestines, and kidneys. We report 2 cases of IgA vasculitis found in a rural emergency department: 1) HSP in an 8-year-old male who was initially misdiagnosed with insect bites 2) HSP in an adult male patient. We present both cases and a literature review, indicating that low incidence may be secondary to under diagnosis, arguing for a need of further education on the subject.
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