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(L12) Pemphigoid
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231 237 in individuals diagnosis pemphigoid confirmed
8 706 deaths with diagnosis pemphigoid
4% mortality rate associated with the disease pemphigoid
Diagnosis pemphigoid is diagnosed Women are 18.79% more likely than Men
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Men receive the diagnosis pemphigoid
3 346 (3.6 %)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis pemphigoid
5 360 (3.9 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease 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 pemphigoid
Non-contagious
Absence or low individual and public risk
Pemphigoid - what does this mean
Pemphigoid is an autoimmune disorder in which the body's immune system mistakenly attacks healthy tissue, leading to inflammation and blistering of the skin and mucous membranes. it is caused by the production of autoantibodies which bind to proteins in the basement membrane, resulting in cell death and blister formation.
What happens during the disease - pemphigoid
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Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Complete physical examination
- Skin biopsy
- Blood tests to check for autoantibodies
- Skin prick test
- Patch test
- Scraping and culture of skin lesions
- CT scan or MRI
- X-ray
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main goal of the treatment: To reduce the severity of the symptoms and prevent further damage from the disease.
- Prescribing topical and oral medications to reduce inflammation and itchiness.
- Using corticosteroid creams to reduce inflammation.
- Prescribing oral steroids to reduce inflammation and suppress the immune system.
- Prescribing immunosuppressant medications to reduce the activity of the immune system.
- Prescribing topical medications to reduce inflammation and blistering.
- Prescribing oral immunomodulators to reduce the activity of the immune system.
- Using phototherapy to reduce inflammation.
- Using laser therapy to reduce inflammation.
- Using biologic agents to reduce inflammation.
- Using antibiotics to reduce infection.
- Using dietary modifications to reduce inflammation.
22 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Pemphigoid - Prevention
Pemphigoid can be prevented by avoiding exposure to irritants, allergens, and environmental triggers such as certain medications, ultraviolet light, and extreme temperatures. it is also important to practice good hygiene and to keep skin moisturized. additionally, it is important to seek medical advice and treatment for any skin condition that may be associated with pemphigoid, as early diagnosis and treatment can reduce the risk of developing the condition.
