Recurrent Henoch Schonlein purpura without renal involvement successfully treated with methotrexate
SCOTTISH MEDICAL JOURNAL, vol.64, no.2, pp.74-77, 2019 (SCI-Expanded, Scopus)
- Publication Type: Article / Article
- Volume: 64 Issue: 2
- Publication Date: 2019
- Doi Number: 10.1177/0036933018809816
- Journal Name: SCOTTISH MEDICAL JOURNAL
- Journal Indexes: Science Citation Index Expanded (SCI-EXPANDED), Scopus
- Page Numbers: pp.74-77
- Çukurova University Affiliated: Yes
Abstract
Introduction Henoch Schonlein purpura is characterised by palpable purpura, abdominal pain, arthritis/arthralgia, often with a self-limiting course. Herein, we report a patient with recurrent Henoch Schonlein purpura and severe gastrointestinal involvement, successfully treated with methotrexate.