DOI: 10.36347/sjmcr.2019.v07i02.012

Pages: 143-145

Acute hemorrhagic edema of infancy (AHEI) is a rare acute benign cutaneous leukocytoclastic vasculitis affecting children below 2 years of age. We present a case report of 1 year old Saudi infant presented with impressive purpuric rashes and edema of the hands and feet. He had benign courses with complete resolution of clinical findings within 72 hours. Early recognition of AHEI is important to avoid unnecessary procedures and tests, and help in counseling the patient's family.