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{{Infobox medical condition | |||
| name = Pemphigus vegetans | |||
| synonyms = [[Pemphigus vegetans of Hallopeau]], [[Pemphigus vegetans of Neumann]] | |||
| field = [[Dermatology]] | |||
| symptoms = [[Blister]]s, [[erosion (dermatology)|erosions]], [[vegetative lesions]] | |||
| complications = [[Infection]], [[dehydration]], [[electrolyte imbalance]] | |||
| onset = [[Adulthood]] | |||
| duration = [[Chronic (medicine)|Chronic]] | |||
| causes = [[Autoimmune disease]] | |||
| risks = [[Genetic predisposition]], [[environmental factors]] | |||
| diagnosis = [[Clinical examination]], [[biopsy]], [[immunofluorescence]] | |||
| differential = [[Pemphigus vulgaris]], [[bullous pemphigoid]], [[dermatitis herpetiformis]] | |||
| treatment = [[Corticosteroids]], [[immunosuppressive drugs]], [[biologic therapy]] | |||
| prognosis = [[Variable]], depends on response to treatment | |||
| frequency = [[Rare disease]] | |||
}} | |||
'''Pemphigus vegetans''' is a rare variant of [[Pemphigus vulgaris]], a group of [[autoimmune diseases]] that primarily affect the skin and mucous membranes. It is characterized by the formation of [[blister]]s and [[erosion]]s on the skin and mucous membranes, and by the growth of vegetative lesions in the skin folds. | '''Pemphigus vegetans''' is a rare variant of [[Pemphigus vulgaris]], a group of [[autoimmune diseases]] that primarily affect the skin and mucous membranes. It is characterized by the formation of [[blister]]s and [[erosion]]s on the skin and mucous membranes, and by the growth of vegetative lesions in the skin folds. | ||
== Symptoms == | == Symptoms == | ||
The main symptoms of Pemphigus vegetans include: | The main symptoms of Pemphigus vegetans include: | ||
* [[Blister]]s and [[erosion]]s on the skin and mucous membranes | * [[Blister]]s and [[erosion]]s on the skin and mucous membranes | ||
* Growth of vegetative lesions in the skin folds | * Growth of vegetative lesions in the skin folds | ||
* [[Pain]] and discomfort in the affected areas | * [[Pain]] and discomfort in the affected areas | ||
* [[Fever]] and general malaise in some cases | * [[Fever]] and general malaise in some cases | ||
== Causes == | == Causes == | ||
Pemphigus vegetans is an [[autoimmune disease]], which means that it is caused by the body's immune system attacking its own cells. In the case of Pemphigus vegetans, the immune system attacks the cells of the skin and mucous membranes, causing the symptoms of the disease. | Pemphigus vegetans is an [[autoimmune disease]], which means that it is caused by the body's immune system attacking its own cells. In the case of Pemphigus vegetans, the immune system attacks the cells of the skin and mucous membranes, causing the symptoms of the disease. | ||
== Diagnosis == | == Diagnosis == | ||
The diagnosis of Pemphigus vegetans is usually made based on the symptoms and the appearance of the skin and mucous membranes. A [[biopsy]] of the affected skin may also be performed to confirm the diagnosis. | The diagnosis of Pemphigus vegetans is usually made based on the symptoms and the appearance of the skin and mucous membranes. A [[biopsy]] of the affected skin may also be performed to confirm the diagnosis. | ||
== Treatment == | == Treatment == | ||
The treatment of Pemphigus vegetans usually involves the use of [[corticosteroids]] to suppress the immune system and reduce inflammation. Other treatments may include [[immunosuppressive drugs]], [[antibiotics]] to prevent or treat infections, and [[pain relief]] medications. | The treatment of Pemphigus vegetans usually involves the use of [[corticosteroids]] to suppress the immune system and reduce inflammation. Other treatments may include [[immunosuppressive drugs]], [[antibiotics]] to prevent or treat infections, and [[pain relief]] medications. | ||
== Prognosis == | == Prognosis == | ||
The prognosis for Pemphigus vegetans is generally good with treatment, although the disease can be chronic and relapsing. Without treatment, the disease can be life-threatening. | The prognosis for Pemphigus vegetans is generally good with treatment, although the disease can be chronic and relapsing. Without treatment, the disease can be life-threatening. | ||
== See also == | == See also == | ||
* [[Pemphigus vulgaris]] | * [[Pemphigus vulgaris]] | ||
* [[Autoimmune diseases]] | * [[Autoimmune diseases]] | ||
* [[Blister]] | * [[Blister]] | ||
* [[Erosion (dermatology)]] | * [[Erosion (dermatology)]] | ||
[[Category:Dermatology]] | [[Category:Dermatology]] | ||
[[Category:Autoimmune diseases]] | [[Category:Autoimmune diseases]] | ||
[[Category:Rare diseases]] | [[Category:Rare diseases]] | ||
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Latest revision as of 02:05, 4 April 2025
| Pemphigus vegetans | |
|---|---|
| Synonyms | Pemphigus vegetans of Hallopeau, Pemphigus vegetans of Neumann |
| Pronounce | N/A |
| Specialty | N/A |
| Symptoms | Blisters, erosions, vegetative lesions |
| Complications | Infection, dehydration, electrolyte imbalance |
| Onset | Adulthood |
| Duration | Chronic |
| Types | N/A |
| Causes | Autoimmune disease |
| Risks | Genetic predisposition, environmental factors |
| Diagnosis | Clinical examination, biopsy, immunofluorescence |
| Differential diagnosis | Pemphigus vulgaris, bullous pemphigoid, dermatitis herpetiformis |
| Prevention | N/A |
| Treatment | Corticosteroids, immunosuppressive drugs, biologic therapy |
| Medication | N/A |
| Prognosis | Variable, depends on response to treatment |
| Frequency | Rare disease |
| Deaths | N/A |
Pemphigus vegetans is a rare variant of Pemphigus vulgaris, a group of autoimmune diseases that primarily affect the skin and mucous membranes. It is characterized by the formation of blisters and erosions on the skin and mucous membranes, and by the growth of vegetative lesions in the skin folds.
Symptoms[edit]
The main symptoms of Pemphigus vegetans include:
- Blisters and erosions on the skin and mucous membranes
- Growth of vegetative lesions in the skin folds
- Pain and discomfort in the affected areas
- Fever and general malaise in some cases
Causes[edit]
Pemphigus vegetans is an autoimmune disease, which means that it is caused by the body's immune system attacking its own cells. In the case of Pemphigus vegetans, the immune system attacks the cells of the skin and mucous membranes, causing the symptoms of the disease.
Diagnosis[edit]
The diagnosis of Pemphigus vegetans is usually made based on the symptoms and the appearance of the skin and mucous membranes. A biopsy of the affected skin may also be performed to confirm the diagnosis.
Treatment[edit]
The treatment of Pemphigus vegetans usually involves the use of corticosteroids to suppress the immune system and reduce inflammation. Other treatments may include immunosuppressive drugs, antibiotics to prevent or treat infections, and pain relief medications.
Prognosis[edit]
The prognosis for Pemphigus vegetans is generally good with treatment, although the disease can be chronic and relapsing. Without treatment, the disease can be life-threatening.
