Acuut hemorragisch oedeem van de kinderleeftijd bij een 9 maanden oude jongen

Abstract

Acute hemorrhagic edema of infancy in a 9-month-old boy This case report discusses the medical history of a 9-month-old boy with acute hemorrhagic edema of infancy (AHEI). AHEI is an acute cutaneous vasculitis that typically occurs in young children aged 4 to 24 months. Its clinical presentation is characterized by a low-graded fever, non-pitting edema and pronounced purpura. The contrast between the unsettling rash and swelling, and the children’s good general condition is a hallmark of AHEI. It is a benign, self-limiting disease in which complications are rare. As a pediatrician, it is important to recognize AHEI to avoid unnecessary investigations and therapy. In addition, it is crucial to rule out other serious illnesses and to be aware of potentially severe complications.