The he Use of Early Oral Corticosteroid for Henoch-Schönlein Purpura: A Case Report from Rural Primary Health Care

Early Oral Corticosteroid for Henoch-Schönlein Purpura

Abstract

Henoch-schönlein purpura (HSP) is a frequent kind of vasculitis juvenile population. This case report narrated the use of early oral corticosteroid in HSP. A 13 year-old girl came with non-itchy rash on all extremities  and bilateral knee pain since 3 weeks before. Physical examinations and laboratory tests were performed. The diagnosis of HSP was made. The patient was prescribed with oral prednisone, analgesics, and antacids. Musculoskeletal symptom was resolved within two days and the purpura slowly disappeared within a week. No standardization of prescribing early oral corticosteroid in HSP yet. Initiation of oral corticosteroid might improve the symptoms rapidly.