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{{Infobox medical condition | |||
| name = Pemphigus foliaceus | |||
| synonyms = [[Superficial pemphigus]] | |||
| specialty = [[Dermatology]] | |||
| symptoms = [[Blister]]s, [[erosion (dermatology)|erosions]], [[crust (dermatology)|crusts]] | |||
| onset = [[Middle age]] | |||
| duration = [[Chronic (medicine)|Chronic]] | |||
| causes = [[Autoimmune disease]] | |||
| risks = [[Genetic predisposition]], [[environmental factors]] | |||
| diagnosis = [[Skin biopsy]], [[direct immunofluorescence]] | |||
| differential = [[Pemphigus vulgaris]], [[bullous pemphigoid]], [[dermatitis herpetiformis]] | |||
| treatment = [[Corticosteroids]], [[immunosuppressive drug]]s | |||
| prognosis = [[Variable prognosis]] | |||
| frequency = Rare | |||
}} | |||
'''Pemphigus Foliaceus''' is a rare, chronic, blistering skin disease that is classified as an autoimmune disorder. It is one of the types of [[Pemphigus]] diseases, which are characterized by vesicles and bullae (blisters). Pemphigus Foliaceus is the least severe of the three main types of Pemphigus. | '''Pemphigus Foliaceus''' is a rare, chronic, blistering skin disease that is classified as an autoimmune disorder. It is one of the types of [[Pemphigus]] diseases, which are characterized by vesicles and bullae (blisters). Pemphigus Foliaceus is the least severe of the three main types of Pemphigus. | ||
== Symptoms == | == Symptoms == | ||
The primary symptom of Pemphigus Foliaceus is the presence of blisters on the skin. These blisters are superficial and often appear on the chest, back, and shoulders. They can also appear on the face and scalp. The blisters are often painful and can lead to skin infections if not treated properly. | The primary symptom of Pemphigus Foliaceus is the presence of blisters on the skin. These blisters are superficial and often appear on the chest, back, and shoulders. They can also appear on the face and scalp. The blisters are often painful and can lead to skin infections if not treated properly. | ||
== Causes == | == Causes == | ||
Pemphigus Foliaceus is caused by an autoimmune response in which the body's immune system attacks the skin cells. This leads to the formation of blisters. The exact cause of this autoimmune response is unknown, but it is believed to be triggered by certain environmental factors in genetically susceptible individuals. | Pemphigus Foliaceus is caused by an autoimmune response in which the body's immune system attacks the skin cells. This leads to the formation of blisters. The exact cause of this autoimmune response is unknown, but it is believed to be triggered by certain environmental factors in genetically susceptible individuals. | ||
== Diagnosis == | == Diagnosis == | ||
The diagnosis of Pemphigus Foliaceus is based on the clinical presentation of the disease and is confirmed by skin biopsy. The biopsy is examined under a microscope to look for the characteristic changes of Pemphigus Foliaceus. | The diagnosis of Pemphigus Foliaceus is based on the clinical presentation of the disease and is confirmed by skin biopsy. The biopsy is examined under a microscope to look for the characteristic changes of Pemphigus Foliaceus. | ||
== Treatment == | == Treatment == | ||
The treatment of Pemphigus Foliaceus involves the use of medications to suppress the immune system and prevent it from attacking the skin cells. This includes corticosteroids and other immunosuppressive drugs. In severe cases, hospitalization may be required. | The treatment of Pemphigus Foliaceus involves the use of medications to suppress the immune system and prevent it from attacking the skin cells. This includes corticosteroids and other immunosuppressive drugs. In severe cases, hospitalization may be required. | ||
== See Also == | == See Also == | ||
* [[Pemphigus Vulgaris]] | * [[Pemphigus Vulgaris]] | ||
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* [[Autoimmune Diseases]] | * [[Autoimmune Diseases]] | ||
* [[Skin Biopsy]] | * [[Skin Biopsy]] | ||
== References == | == References == | ||
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[[Category:Skin Diseases]] | [[Category:Skin Diseases]] | ||
[[Category:Autoimmune Diseases]] | [[Category:Autoimmune Diseases]] | ||
[[Category:Rare Diseases]] | [[Category:Rare Diseases]] | ||
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Latest revision as of 04:33, 4 April 2025
| Pemphigus foliaceus | |
|---|---|
| Synonyms | Superficial pemphigus |
| Pronounce | N/A |
| Specialty | Dermatology |
| Symptoms | Blisters, erosions, crusts |
| Complications | N/A |
| Onset | Middle age |
| Duration | Chronic |
| Types | N/A |
| Causes | Autoimmune disease |
| Risks | Genetic predisposition, environmental factors |
| Diagnosis | Skin biopsy, direct immunofluorescence |
| Differential diagnosis | Pemphigus vulgaris, bullous pemphigoid, dermatitis herpetiformis |
| Prevention | N/A |
| Treatment | Corticosteroids, immunosuppressive drugs |
| Medication | N/A |
| Prognosis | Variable prognosis |
| Frequency | Rare |
| Deaths | N/A |
Pemphigus Foliaceus is a rare, chronic, blistering skin disease that is classified as an autoimmune disorder. It is one of the types of Pemphigus diseases, which are characterized by vesicles and bullae (blisters). Pemphigus Foliaceus is the least severe of the three main types of Pemphigus.
Symptoms[edit]
The primary symptom of Pemphigus Foliaceus is the presence of blisters on the skin. These blisters are superficial and often appear on the chest, back, and shoulders. They can also appear on the face and scalp. The blisters are often painful and can lead to skin infections if not treated properly.
Causes[edit]
Pemphigus Foliaceus is caused by an autoimmune response in which the body's immune system attacks the skin cells. This leads to the formation of blisters. The exact cause of this autoimmune response is unknown, but it is believed to be triggered by certain environmental factors in genetically susceptible individuals.
Diagnosis[edit]
The diagnosis of Pemphigus Foliaceus is based on the clinical presentation of the disease and is confirmed by skin biopsy. The biopsy is examined under a microscope to look for the characteristic changes of Pemphigus Foliaceus.
Treatment[edit]
The treatment of Pemphigus Foliaceus involves the use of medications to suppress the immune system and prevent it from attacking the skin cells. This includes corticosteroids and other immunosuppressive drugs. In severe cases, hospitalization may be required.
See Also[edit]
References[edit]
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