Henoch-Schönlein Purpura Presenting as a Rash and Proteinuria in a 59-Year-Old Woman.

Henoch-Schönlein purpura is a disease of unknown etiology. it is predominantly seen in children, although adults are also affected, and comprises a rash, arthritis, abdominal pain, and renal dysfunction. there is no effective treatment, although the syndrome is self-limiting and generally subsides without sequelae. The authors present a case of Henoch-Schönlein purpura in a 59-year-old woman who presented with a rash of six months' duration and a high level of urinary protein.

Palpable lesions resistant to corticosteroids.

A woman with a history of leukocytoclastic vasculitis is resistant to treatment with prednisone. The lesions are particularly prominent over the buttocks, waist, and sock line. The patient's symptoms are described in detail. Various possible solutions are described in detail. Various possible solutions are discussed.