Acute Epstein-Barr Virus Hepatitis in a 32 Month Old Female Manifesting as Henoch-Schonlein Purpura
Childhood Kidney Diseases
; : 39-42, 2015.
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ABSTRACT
Henoch-Schonlein purpura can result from exposure to an antigen after infection with several types of organisms. However, Henoch-Schonlein purpura caused by a primary Epstein-Barr virus infection has been rarely reported. Here, we report the case of a 32-month-old female patient who presented with Henoch-Schonlein purpura. Based on abnormal liver function test results and positive results for Epstein-Barr virus infection markers, a diagnosis of Epstein-Barr virus hepatitis manifesting as Henoch-Schonlein purpura was made. Treatment with methylprednisolone and hydration improved the symptoms, and a switch to oral steroids was effective in completely alleviating the purpura. No recurrence was noted and no liver function abnormalities were detected during the follow up period.
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Asunto principal:
Artritis
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Púrpura
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Vasculitis por IgA
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Recurrencia
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Esteroides
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Metilprednisolona
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Estudios de Seguimiento
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Herpesvirus Humano 4
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Diagnóstico
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Hepatitis
Tipo de estudio:
Diagnostic_studies
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Observational_studies
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Prognostic_studies
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Child, preschool
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Female
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Humans
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Revista:
Childhood Kidney Diseases
Año:
2015
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Article