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Suggest Treatment For Leukocytoclastic Vasculitis
I have recently diagonsed with leukocytoclastic vasculitis. I have been suffering with rashes all over my body since 2 months, had a course prednesolne and currently taking antibiotics. past history of chronic ear infection still waiting to get resolved.. also chronic pain on both shoulder joints. all bloods are normal. what is the best treatment? many thanks
Tue, 24 Feb 2015
treatment of choicefor any vasculitis remains prednisone in high doses and antibiotics for coverage. repeat of blood counts,platelts periodically for response.if there are systemic symptoms elswhere in body, they should be looked for and managed accordingly.Blood transfusions if very low levels of counts
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