Work

Acute Scrotum: A Rare Manifestation of Henoch-Schönlein Purpura

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: Henoch-Schönlein purpura (HSP) is a systemic vasculitis commonly seen in children. The disease is characterised by a tetrad of clinical manifestations, which includes palpable purpura, arthritis/arthralgia, abdominal pain, and kidney involvement. Henoch-Schönlein purpura scrotal involvement is rare. They can mimic an acute scrotum and require prompt diagnosis and treatment to avert significant complications. We present the case of a six-year-old male child with HSP presenting with an acute scrotum. This case report aims to highlight the diagnostic challenges and treatment approaches for HSP-associated scrotal involvement.

Source: Cureus

DOI: 10.7759/cureus.96655

Authors: Taofiq Olayinka Mohammed, Abdirashid Hassan Kassim, Anthony Blacker

Institutions: University Hospital Coventry, University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust

Language: English

Topic: Vasculitis and related conditions

Subfield: Pulmonary and Respiratory Medicine

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: diamond

OpenAlex ID: W4416142818