Henoch-Schonlein Purpura
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Henoch-Schönlein purpura is an inflammation of the small blood vessels that can affect the skin, the joints, the intestine and the kidneys. It occurs most frequently in childhood, although it can also occur in adults.
Manifestations that are described:
- Reddish or purple spots on the legs and buttocks
- Pain or swelling in the joints
- Abdominal discomfort
When is care advisable? When these spots appear together with joint or abdominal pain, a timely evaluation is important, especially because of the possible kidney involvement.
Specialists involved: depending on the case, the rheumatologist, the internist or the nephrologist take part; in children, the pediatric nephrologist looks after kidney function. Discussing the symptoms with one of these professionals allows for informed and reassuring follow-up.
Data on 85 doctors who treat henoch-schonlein purpura
Which specialist treats henoch-schonlein purpura?
Henoch-Schönlein purpura should be evaluated by an internist, and a nephrologist or a rheumatologist may get involved depending on which organs are affected. Find these specialists.
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in henoch-schonlein purpura
Dr. Rodrigo Armando Vigueras Santiago
Dr. Vicente de Jesus Flores Lopez
Dr. Jacqueline Montero Schwarz
Dr. Cristian Eduardo Flores Aceves
Dr. Lorely Vianey Bres Ramírez
Dr. Maria Fernanda Frausto Mendoza
Dr. Karla Escobedo Vázquez
Dr. Norma Ilse Garcia González
Dr. Kim Danae Díaz Juárez
Dr. Alma Delia Mejía Rendón
Dr. Carlos Andrés Aceves Barrios
Dr. Héctor Garza Blizzard
Dr. Gilberto Morales Salgado
Dr. Stephany Sbheidy García Arana
Dr. Josué Marcial Meza
Dr. Miguel Ángel Martínez Benaiges
Dr. Guillermo Fojaco Villanueva
Dr. Ivette Victorino
Dr. Andrea Avila Martinez
Dr. Jorge Alberto Carmona Meza
Frequently asked questions
What is henoch-schonlein purpura?
Henoch-Schönlein purpura is an inflammation of the small blood vessels that can affect the skin, the joints, the intestine and the kidneys. It occurs most frequently in childhood, although it can also occur in adults.
Which doctor treats henoch-schonlein purpura?
Henoch-Schönlein purpura should be evaluated by an internist, and a nephrologist or a rheumatologist may get involved depending on which organs are affected. Find these specialists.