IgA vasculitis

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IgA deposit in the vessels
Typically affect children after a respiratory tract infection
Clinical features (typical tetrad)
- Palpable purpura (in 100%)
- Arthritis
- Abdominal pain
- Haematuria
Treatment
- Self-limiting in most cases – no treatment needed
- NSAIDs
- Steroids if severe