Dermatology case

Authors

  • Mariana Adrião Department of Pediatrics, Centro Hospitalar de São João
  • João Sarmento Department of Pediatric Cardiology, Centro Hospitalar de São João
  • João Barreira Department of Pediatrics, Centro Hospitalar de São João

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.25753/BirthGrowthMJ.v27.i3.10199

Keywords:

Acute, hemorrhagic, infancy, leukocytoclastic vasculitis, purpura, self-limited

Abstract

Acute hemorrhagic edema of infancy (AHEI) is a small vessels leukocytoclastic vasculitis which typically occurs between 4 and 24 months. It manifests with  palpable purpuric skin lesions and extremities’ edema.
We describe the clinical case of an 18 month-old child brought to the Emergency Room due to purpuric skin lesions distributed throughout his limbs and face with about 12 hours of evolution. Due to the well-being and the normal analytic study, the diagnosis of AHEI was presumed. The progress of the skin lesions was evaluated, with follow-up at 48 hours and seven days after the beginning of the lesions. It was possible to note their evolution and disappearing after three weeks.
AHEI is a self-limited disease, with a benign course, which contrasts with its exuberant purpuric skin lesions. Among its principals differential diagnosis is Henoch-Schonlein Purpura. It is important to recognize this disease, avoiding unnecessary treatments and concerns.

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References

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Published

2018-10-17

How to Cite

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Adrião M, Sarmento J, Barreira J. Dermatology case. BGMJ [Internet]. 2018 Oct. 17 [cited 2025 Dec. 11];27(3):203-5. Available from: https://revistas.rcaap.pt/bgmj/article/view/10199

Issue

Vol. 27 No. 3 (2018)

Section

Image Cases

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