Bullous Pemphigoid Center - Dale City, VA
Dale City Dermatologist Doctors for Bullous PemphigoidType of Physician: Dermatologist What is a Dermatologist? A certification by the Board of Dermatology; practitioners treat pediatric and adult patients with disorders of the skin, mouth, hair and nails as well as a number of sexually transmitted diseases. They also have expertise in the care of normal skin, the prevention of skin diseases and cancers, and in the management of cosmetic disorders of the skin such as hair loss and scars. Specialty: Dermatology Common Name: Skin Doctor Dermatologist Doctors in Dale City * Amir A Bajoghli MD  Richard J Hwang MD  Robert N DeAngelis MD  Inia Yevich-Tunstall MD  Julie P Henry MD & Paul Kravitz MD  Julie P Henry MD & Paul Kravitz MD  John W Brady MD  Carol L Piatt MD  Martin S Horn MD  Internal Medicine Associates of Northern Virginia  Dermatology Associates of Northern Virginia  Dermatology Associates of Northern Virginia  Randolph W Stark MD  Sung Won Yoon MD  Skin Cancer Surgery Ctr  Skin Cancer Surgery Ctr  Center for Pediatric Skin Care  Hema A Sundaram MD PA  Fair Oaks Skin Care Center  Fair Oaks Skin Care Center  Alexandra Kazakis MD  Fair Oaks Skin Care Center  Clinical Skin Center of Northern Virginia PLLC  Fair Oaks Skin Care Center  Clinical Skin Center of Northern Virginia PLLC  Jack M Costa MD  Linda P Nims MD  Linda P Nims MD  Linda P Nims MD  Alexandria Landmark Duke Dermatology  Alexandria Landmark Duke Dermatology  Alexandria Landmark Duke Dermatology  Associates in Dermatology  Associates in Dermatology  Anh P Dang-Vu MD  Marvin Chadab MD  Excel Dermatology Institute  Excel Dermatology Institute  Gayle Masri-Fridling & William Sawchuk MDs  Khoa Q Nguyen MD  Fran Rotter MD  Steven Rotter MD  Gayle Masri-Fridling & William Sawchuk MDs  Capital Dermatology  Capital Dermatology  Capital Dermatology  Falls Church Medical Center  Glenn H Fuchs MD  Adult & Pediatric Dermatology Associates  Adult & Pediatric Dermatology Associates  Prince William Dermatology, PC  Cosmetic Dermatology Center  Prince William Dermatology, PC  Nancy Aria MD  Robert W Gurney MD  Michelle A Rivera MD  Center For Cosmetic Dermatology  Sebastien Dermatology  Dermatology Associates of McLean  Dermatology Associates of McLean  Dermatology Associates of Fredericksburg  The Dermatology Center  Stevens & Stevens MDs  Stevens & Stevens MDs  Nova Medical Group  Douglas S Richardson MD  Northern Virginia Dermatology Vein & Surgery Center  Loudoun Dermatology Associates  Loudoun Dermatology Associates  Dermatology Center of Loudoun  Lisa D Sherman MD  Semler Dermatology Inc  Chauncey A McHargue MD  Dermatology Associates Inc  Dermatology Associates of VA PC  Dermatology Associates of VA PC  Dermatology Associates of VA PC  Dermatology Associates of VA PC  Dominion Dermatology PC  Dominion Dermatology PC  Dermatology Associates Inc  Dermatology Associates Inc  Dermatology Associates Inc  Dermatology Associates Inc  Zen Lo Dermatology  Hanover Dermatology PC  Hanover Dermatology PC  Affiliated Dermatologists of Virginia  Affiliated Dermatologists of Virginia  Affiliated Dermatologists of Virginia  Richmond Dermatology & Laser Specialists  Richmond Dermatology & Laser Specialists  Richmond Dermatology & Laser Specialists  Yvonne Knight MD  Richmond Dermatology & Laser Specialists  Richmond Dermatology & Laser Specialists  Richmond Dermatology & Laser Specialists  Richmond Dermatology & Laser Specialists  Dr Christine A Rausch  Commonwealth Dermatology PC Dale City, VirginiaUpcoming Local Events2012-05-27
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Bullous PemphigoidRead the Bullous Pemphigoid article » What is bullous pemphigoid?Bullous pemphigoid is a skin disease characterized by tense blistering eruptions on the surface of the skin. Occasionally, the inner lining tissue of the mouth (mucous membrane tissue) can be involved. The condition is caused by antibodies and inflammation abnormally accumulating in a certain layer of the skin or mucous membranes. This layer of tissue is called the "basement membrane." These antibodies (immunoglobulins) bind to proteins in the basement membrane called hemidesmosomal BP antigens and this attracts cells of inflammation. A majority of cases of bullous pemphigoid occur in people 50 years of age or older. While the cause is unknown, it is felt by some that an aging immune system may become activated in certain individuals with some genetic predisposition to develop bullous pemphigoid. What are symptoms of bullous pemphigoid?Symptoms of bullous pemphigoid include intense itching and burning sensation of the skin. When the mucous membranes of the mouth are affected, it can cause pain, burning, and sensitivity to acidic foods. Eating can be difficult, and involvement in the deeper areas of the throat can cause coughing. Involvement of the inner nose can cause nosebleeds. How is bullous pemphigoid diagnosed?Bullous pemphigoid is diagnosed based on the results of a biopsy of involved tissue. The biopsy can reveal the abnormal antibodies deposited in the basement membrane layer of skin or mucous membrane tissue. Bullous pemphigoid-like condition can sometimes be associated with other illnesses, including systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE or lupus) and cancer. How is bullous pemphigoid treated?Bullous pemphigoid can be chronic and mild without affecting the general health of affected individuals. Treatment of bullous pemphigoid can resolve with topical cortisone creams bu... Recommended Reading Related to Bullous PemphigoidWhat is a skin biopsy?A skin biopsy is the removal of a piece of skin for the purpose of further examination in the laboratory using a microscope. Skin biopsies are performed to diagnose a number of conditions.
Why is a skin biopsy performed?Skin biopsy is most frequently done to diagnose a skin growth such as a mole, or a skin condition such as a rash. A skin biopsy can also be used to diagnose a cancer of the skin. A skin biopsy may be indicated when a mole or other marking on the skin has changed in its shape, color, or size. A skin biopsy is also sometimes used to diagnose infections of the skin.
What methods are used to obtain a skin biopsy?Different techniques are used in different situations. Typically the biopsies are obtained using local anesthetics.
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