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Henoch-schonlein purpura
A disorder that causes inflammation and bleeding in the small blood vessels in the skin, joints, intestines, and kidneys. Its most striking feature is a purplish rash, typically on the lower legs and buttocks.
How long it usually lasts:
Chronic (lasts years to lifelong)
How common is it?
Rare
Rare | Extremely rare | Very rare | Rare | Common | Very common |
Baby0-2 | |||||
Preteen6-13 | Common | ||||
Teenager14-18 | |||||
Young adult19-40 | |||||
Middle-aged adult41-60 |
How it can usually be treated?
Can be cured with medical treatment
How is it usually diagnosed?
Requires diagnosis by a medical professional
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