Bullous Pemphigoid Center - Noblesville, IN
Noblesville 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 Noblesville * Dermatology of Noblesville  Northside Dermatology LLC  Dawes & Fretzin Dermatology Group  Dawes & Fretzin Dermatology Group  Dermatology Inc  Dermatology Inc  Shideler Dermatology Group  Shideler Dermatology Group  Shideler Dermatology Group  C William Hanke MD  Dermatology Inc  Dermatology Inc  Dermatology Inc  Arthur J Sumrall MD  Dermatology Associates  Dermatology Associates of Indiana  Dermatology Associates of Indiana  Peter L Winters MD  David H Kingsbury MD  Kathryn A Kroeger MD  Doctors Skin Care PC  Marc L Frost MD  Patrick C Logan MD  Patrick C Logan MD  Nancy L Havlik MD  Dermatology Inc  Dermatology Inc  IU Medical Group Dermatology  IU Medical Group Dermatology  IU Medical Group Dermatology  IU Medical Group Dermatology  IU Medical Group Dermatology  IU Medical Group Dermatology  David L Martin MD Inc  Mina D Swofford MD  Greist & Ozols Dermatology  Robert E McCallister MD  Greist & Ozols Dermatology  Greist & Ozols Dermatology  Greenfield Dermatology PC  Dermatology Inc  Cortese Dermatology PC  Richard M Storm MD  Greenwood Dermatology  Greenwood Dermatology  Greenwood Dermatology  Dermatology Inc  Dermatology, Inc.  Dermatology, Inc.  Alexander A Fondak MD  Randall Dermatology & Cosmetic Surgery  Barbara R Sturm MD  Franklin Dermatology  Michael K Crider MD  University Dermatology Center  University Dermatology Center  Dermatology PC  Dermatology PC  Dermatology PC  Lifetime Skin Care  Lifetime Skin Care  Lifetime Skin Care  Lifetime Skin Care  Spencer Dermatology Associates LLC  Spencer Dermatology Associates LLC  Swan Dermatology Center  Clarian Arnett Clinic Lafayette  Clarian Arnett Clinic Lafayette  Clarian Arnett Clinic Lafayette  Bloomington Dermatology Clinic  William J Cron MD  Dermatology Center of Southern Indiana  Dermatology Center of Southern Indiana  Dermatology Center of Southern Indiana  Bruce Younger MD  James R Parliament MD  Fort Wayne Dermatology  Fort Wayne Dermatology  Fort Wayne Dermatology  Fort Wayne Dermatology  Fort Wayne Dermatology  Fort Wayne Dermatology Noblesville, IndianaUpcoming Local Events2012-06-17
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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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