Bullous Pemphigoid Center - Titusville, FL
Titusville 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 Titusville * Brevard Skin & Cancer Centers  Brevard Skin & Cancer Centers  Florida Dermatology Associates  Florida Dermatology Associates  Brevard Skin & Cancer Centers  Space Coast Dermatology  Atlantic Dermatology  MIMA Dermatology  MIMA Dermatology  Drs Knipe & Moskowitz  Davis Dermatology  Associates in Dermatology  Beachside Dermatology  Daniel B Seff DO  VA Healthcare Center Orlando  VA Healthcare Center Orlando  Alfredo E Gonzalez MD  Comprehensive Dermatology & Dermatologic Sur  Reflections Dermatology & Center for Skin Care  Jose V Lara MD  Bradley P Grant MD PA  Lawrence T Wagers MD  Osler Medical Inc  Rion J Forconi MD PA  Melbourne Dermatology Center  Anthony Porter MD  Joseph J Chanda MD  Thomas M Barnes MD  Derrow Dermatology  William J Grisaitis MD  Jerome A Africk MD  Jerri L Johnson MD PA  Heller Dermatology Center  Lake Mary Family Physicians  The Dermatology Group PA  The Dermatology Group PA  The Dermatology Group PA  The Dermatology Group PA  Steven M Price MD  Family Health Center  Central Florida Dermatology Associates  DrsTabas and MacFarland  DrsTabas and MacFarland  Knight Dermatology Institute  Drs Knipe & Moskowitz  Med Florida Dermatology  Med Florida Dermatology  Thomas G S Fiala MD  Randall Coverman MD  Associates in Dermatology  Aesthetic Dermatology PA  Center For Dermatology & Skin Surgery  Sidney Possick MD  Associates in Dermatology  Associates in Dermatology  James Taylor MD  Sharon A Stokes MD  Clifford W Lober MD  John L Meisenheimer MD  Sand Lake Dermatology Center PA  Dermatology and Skin Cancer Center  Associates in Dermatology  Ormond Beach Dermatology  Parks Dermatology Center PA  Parks Dermatology Center PA  Ronald Sherman DO  Associated Dermatologists PA  Dermatology & Skin Surgery Center PA  Dermatology Associates  Indian River Skin & Cancer Center  Neil S Heskel MD  The Aesthetic Dermatology Center  James D Morgan MD PA  Treasure Coast Dermatology  Treasure Coast Dermatology  Lake Wales Walk-In Medical Clinic  Family Allergy & Asthma  Patrick Ottuso MD  Kelmar M Burge Jr. MD  Lake Dermatology  Lake Dermatology  Central Florida Dermatology  Michel A Snyder MD  Nelson A Warner MD  Village Dermatology & Cosmetic Surgery LLC  Vincent J Tripi DO  John A Cottam MD  Water's Edge Dermatology  Dermatology Health Care  Watson Clinic LLP  Watson Clinic LLP  Watson Clinic LLP  Watson Clinic LLP  Watson Clinic LLP  Watson Clinic LLP  Watson Clinic LLP  Watson Clinic LLP  American Institute of Dermatology PA  Watson Clinic LLP  Wilbur Reschly MD Titusville, FloridaUpcoming Local Events2012-06-02
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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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