There is no specific treatment for this disorder. Most cases resolve spontaneously without treatment. If symptoms persist, therapy with corticosteroids such as prednisone is usually tried.
Expectations (prognosis):
The disease usually resolves spontaneously without treatment.
Call for an appointment with your health care provider if symptoms of Henoch-Scholnlein purpura develop, particularly if they last for more than a few days.
Call your health care provider if low urine output develops after an episode of Henoch-Schonlein purpura.
Review Date: 8/14/2003
Reviewed By: Megan E. B. Clowse, M.D., M.P.H., Division of Rheumatology, Johns Hopkins Hospital, Baltimore, MD. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.
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