Bullous Pemphigoid Center - Racine, WI
Racine 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 Racine * Madison Medical Affiliates  Madison Medical Affiliates  Layton Avenue Dermatology  Layton Avenue Dermatology  Internal Medicine Physicians  Dermatologic Surgery Associates  Aurora Health Center  Madison Medical Affiliates  Madison Medical Affiliates  Evonne M Winston MD  James E Berman MD  Linda G Rabinowitz MD  Wisconsin Dermatology Clinic  Wisconsin Dermatology Clinic  Wisconsin Dermatology Clinic  Affilated Dermatologists SC  Affilated Dermatologists SC  Affilated Dermatologists SC  Affilated Dermatologists SC  Affilated Dermatologists SC  Madison Medical Affiliates  Jordan A Moore MD  James H Barnett MD  Amani A Maguid MD SC  Dermatology Services  Affilated Dermatologists SC  Affilated Dermatologists SC  Affilated Dermatologists SC  Affilated Dermatologists SC  Advanced Healthcare Good Hope Clinic  Advanced Healthcare Cedar Creek  Advanced Healthcare Good Hope Clinic  Advanced Healthcare Good Hope Clinic  Advanced Healthcare Cedar Creek  Advanced Healthcare Good Hope Clinic  Dermatopathology Lab  Drs Cantieri, Braker & Nakata  Drs Cantieri, Braker & Nakata  Drs Cantieri, Braker & Nakata  ProHealthcare Medical Associates  Aurora Burlington Clinic  North Shore Dermatology SC  North Shore Dermatology SC  Plastic Surgery Associates  Medical Associates Multi Specialty Clinics  Madison Medical Affiliates  Advanced Healthcare Menomonee Falls Clinic  Advanced Healthcare Menomonee Falls Clinic  Advanced Healthcare Cedar Creek  Great Lakes Dermatology  West Bend Clinic  Mercy Walworth Medical Center  Aurora Health Center West End  Richard E Neils MD  Aurora Health Care Sheboygan Clinic  Aurora Health Care Sheboygan Clinic  Aurora Health Care Sheboygan Clinic  Kevin S Myers MD  C Sue Conley MD  Beloit Clinic SC  Riverview Dean Clinic  Riverview Dean Clinic  Fond Du Lac Regional Clinic Dermatology  Tara L Passow MD  Dermatology Associates of Wisconsin  Dermatology Associates of Wisconsin  Dermatology Associates of Wisconsin  Dermatology Associates of Wisconsin  Dermatology Associates of Wisconsin  Dermatology Associates of Wisconsin Racine, WisconsinUpcoming Local Events2012-05-31
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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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