Pemphigus is an autoimmune bullous disease of the skin. The autoantibodies
attack our epidermal cells with resultant keratinocytes separation. Not only the
skin, but also the mucous membrane can be affected.
Before the corticosteroid era, this is a dreadful disease, but at present time,
we can control its activity via some immunosuppresant agents.
Consult your dermatologist can take your medications on a regular style.
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> I was diagnosed this past January with Pemphigus Vulgaris. I am trying to
> find out more information on this disease and also how rare is this. I know
> that there is a Pemhigus Foundation/support group but I need more
> information than they have. Thanks in advance.
>> Francine
>cbb8 at juno.com
