Abstract
We describe the occurrence of antibiotic-associated pseudomembranous colitis in two cases of Henoch Schonlein purpura. We discuss the potential diagnostic difficulties and suggest that Henoch Schonlein purpura may predispose to the development of antibiotic-associated pseudomembranous colitis.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 308-309 |
Number of pages | 2 |
Journal | Scottish Medical Journal |
Volume | 33 |
Issue number | 4 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - Aug 1988 |
Externally published | Yes |
Keywords
- Henoch Schonlein purpura
- Pseudomembranous colitis
- antibiotic therapy
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- General Medicine