Henoch-Schonlein Purpura in Children: The Role of Corticosteroids.

Background: Henoch-schonlein purpura (HSP) is an IgA-mediated systemic small vessel vasculitis. It is the most common form of systemic vasculitis in children.

Case Report: A 9 years old girl admitted to the hospital with chief complain of purplish red rash on both legs since approximately 1 week with painful knees and ankles that make the patient unable to walk.