bullous pemphigoid Flashcards
1
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what is bullous pemphigoid
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AI condition
subepidermal skin blistering- Separating of dermoepidermal junction
elderly pts
2
Q
bullous pemphigoid - features
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Initially - v itchy rash
Progresses to itchy, tense blisters around flexures that heal
mouth often spared
3
Q
bullous pemphigoid - diagnosis
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immunofluorescence - IgG + C3 at dermoepidermal junction
biopsy confirms
4
Q
bullous pemphigoid - management
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refer derm for biopsy to confirm
oral corticosteroids +- topical corticosteroids, immunosuppressants + abx
