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(L12.8) Other pemphigoid
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231 237 in individuals diagnosis other pemphigoid confirmed
8 706 deaths with diagnosis other pemphigoid
4% mortality rate associated with the disease other pemphigoid
Diagnosis other pemphigoid is diagnosed Women are 18.79% more likely than Men
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Men receive the diagnosis other pemphigoid
3 346 (3.6 %)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis other pemphigoid
5 360 (3.9 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease other pemphigoid - Men and Women aged 80-84
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-14, 25-95+
Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 15-24in in women, the disease manifests at any age
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-95+
Disease Features other pemphigoid
Absence or low individual and public risk
Other pemphigoid - what does this mean
Other pemphigoid is an autoimmune blistering disorder that is caused by the body's immune system attacking its own skin and mucous membrane cells. this results in the formation of blisters and erosions on the skin and mucous membranes. it is usually seen in adults over the age of 50 and is more common in women.
What happens during the disease - other pemphigoid
Other pemphigoid is an autoimmune disorder that is characterized by the formation of blisters on the skin and mucous membranes. it is thought to be caused by an abnormal immune response where the body's immune system mistakenly attacks healthy tissue. this leads to inflammation and the formation of blisters. the exact cause of the disorder is unknown, but genetic and environmental factors are thought to play a role.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Complete physical examination
- Skin biopsy
- Blood tests to check for antibodies
- Imaging studies such as X-rays or CT scans
- Tissue culture
- Urine and stool tests
- Genetic testing
Treatment and Medical Assistance
The main goal of the treatment for Other pemphigoid is to reduce inflammation and control the disease.
- Prescribing topical corticosteroids to reduce inflammation
- Prescribing topical calcineurin inhibitors to reduce inflammation
- Prescribing systemic corticosteroids to reduce inflammation
- Prescribing immunosuppressants to reduce inflammation
- Prescribing antibiotics to reduce the risk of secondary infections
- Prescribing antihistamines to reduce itching
- Prescribing phototherapy to reduce inflammation
- Prescribing topical retinoids to reduce inflammation
- Prescribing topical vitamin D analogs to reduce inflammation
- Prescribing topical anti-inflammatory agents to reduce inflammation
- Prescribing topical immunomodulators to reduce inflammation
- Prescribing topical antiseptics to reduce the risk of secondary infections
- Prescribing topical antibiotics to reduce the risk of secondary infections
- Prescribing topical antifungals to reduce the risk of secondary infections
- Prescribing topical antivirals to reduce the risk of secondary infections
- Prescribing topical emollients to reduce itching
- Prescribing topical moisturizers to reduce itching
- Prescribing topical anti-itching agents to reduce itching
- Prescribing topical anesthetics to reduce itching
22 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Other pemphigoid - Prevention
Other pemphigoid is a rare autoimmune disorder that can be prevented by avoiding sun exposure, using sunscreen and protective clothing, and receiving prompt and appropriate treatment for any skin infections. additionally, controlling any underlying medical conditions, such as diabetes, can help reduce the risk of developing this condition.