HSP is an autoimmune disease that causes vasculitis. It causes blood vessels to leak red blood cells, leading to a bruise-like rash on the arms, legs, and buttocks. The rash is more likely to appear on areas subjected to more pressure. Other symptoms of HSP include abdominal pain and join pain.
Now since our class is having renal pathology on our upcoming exam, we also need to know that HSP can cause nephritic syndrome, specifically IgA nephropathy.
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