Medical Definition of Henoch-Schonlein purpura
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This relatively rare disorder is characterised by skin purpura, joint pains, abdominal pain and renal disease (glomerulonephritis).
Although Henoch-Schonlein purpura or anaphylactoid purpura, is thought to be a immune complex mediated disease, its exact cause is unknown. Its typical benign coarse can, however, include renal failure.
(27 Sep 1997)
Lexicographical Neighbors of Henoch-Schonlein Purpura
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