Mucous Membrane Pemphigoid Quiz
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Content updated on Sep 20, 2022
What is mucous membrane pemphigoid?
A skin disease which is autoimmune in nature (caused by the body's immune system attacking its own cells).
Symptoms of mucous membrane pemphigoid
Blisters
Sores or ulcers of the skin
Skin blisters that break easily
Skin Itching
Mouth pain
Questions your doctor may ask to check for mucous membrane pemphigoid
Your doctor may ask these questions to diagnose mucous membrane pemphigoid
Do you have blisters on your skin?
Do you have skin ulcers (sores)?
Do you have blisters on your skin that can be easily torn off?
Do you have itchy skin?
Do you have pain inside your mouth?
Treatment for mucous membrane pemphigoid
Strong creams and medications are usually needed to manage the blisters.
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References
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