Dermatitis Herpetiformis Flashcards
1
Q
What is Dermatitis Herpetiformis?
A
Autoimmune blistering skin disorder
2
Q
What is dermatitis herpetiformis associated with?
A
Coeliac disease
3
Q
How does dermatitis herpetiformis present?
A
Itchy, vesicular skin lesions on the extensor surfaces (e.g. elbows, knees, buttocks)
4
Q
How is dermatitis herpetiformis diagnosed?
A
Skin biopsy
5
Q
What would you see on a skin biopsy of dermatitis herpetiformis?
A
Deposition of IgA in a granular pattern in the upper dermis
6
Q
What is the lifestyle management for dermatitis herpetiformis?
A
Gluten-free diet
7
Q
What is the medical management of dermatitis herpetiformis?
A
Dapsone