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A member asked:

Can hsp sometimes be mistaken for itp? my neace is 12 and she gets bruises on her arms and chest, keep on coming back a specially after bathing? not using anything new of drinking any pills not prescribed, but still reappears?

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Dr. Jay Park answered

Have her checked: Your description does not fit to ITP nor HSP. Have her checked by a pediatrician who can easily distinguish. Erythema multiforme should also be considered.

Dr Singh agreed

Answered 2/27/2021

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