Pediatr Infect Vaccine.
2023 Dec;30(3):188-192. 10.14776/piv.2023.30.e14.
Acute Hemorrhagic Edema of Infancy Associated With Coronavirus Disease 2019
- Affiliations
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- 1Department of Pediatrics, Korea University Ansan Hospital, Ansan, the Republic of Korea
- 2Department of Pediatrics, Korea University Anam Hospital, Seoul, the Republic of Korea
- 3Department of Dermatology, Korea University Ansan Hospital, Ansan, the Republic of Korea
- 4Department of Pediatrics, Korea University College of Medicine, Seoul, the Republic of Korea
- KMID: 2551470
- DOI: http://doi.org/10.14776/piv.2023.30.e14
Abstract
- Acute hemorrhagic edema of infancy (AHEI) is a rare, benign, vascular condition that primarily affects infants, and is possibly associated with respiratory viral infections. A case involving a 47-day-old male infant, who was admitted with a 1-day history of fever, is presented. Initially, the patient developed an erythematous macular rash and patches on the hands and feet, along with swelling. The fever subsided after the first day of hospitalization, and the patient remained in generally good condition with normal oral intake. Timely recognition of AHEI is crucial to avoid unnecessary medical investigations or therapies, and to promptly identify any rare but potentially severe complications that may arise.
