Question

How to Care for Allergic Purpura?

Answer

The prognosis and course of allergic purpura are related to various factors. The duration of the course depends on the following factors:

  1. Whether there is involvement of important organs
  2. The severity of the acute phase
  3. Whether there are recurrent episodes Simple skin and joint types of allergic purpura have a shorter course, about 1 to 2 weeks. Abdominal type has a course of about 3 to 5 weeks, while renal type has the longest course, which can last for 4 to 5 years or more. The prognosis for skin and joint types of allergic purpura is relatively good. The prognosis for abdominal type is also good, provided there are no complications such as intussusception or intestinal obstruction. Most patients with renal type can recover after treatment. However, if the condition persists, it may develop into chronic renal failure or even uremia. Therefore, when caring for patients with allergic purpura, it is necessary to conduct a comprehensive assessment and treatment based on the patient’s specific condition to ensure the best prognostic care outcomes.