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Bullous Pemphigoid

Bullous Pemphigoid

- Bullous Pemphigoid – Blisters on Skin

- What is Bullous Pemphigoid?

Bullous Pemphigoid is a skin disorder characterized by large blisters.


- What are the risk factors?

The cause is not known, but may be related to immune system disorders.

Bullous pemphigoid typically occurs in elderly persons and is rare in young people. Bullous pemphigoid-like condition can sometimes be associated with other illnesses, including systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE or lupus) and cancer.


- What are the symptoms of Bullous Pemphigoid?

  • Bullae
  • Multiple, usually located on the arms, legs, or trunk
  • May weep, crust over, erode the skin, form ulcers or open sores
  • Itching
  • Rashes
  • Mouth sores
  • Bleeding gums

- How is it diagnosed?

A skin lesion biopsy shows a characteristic blistering pattern.


- How is it treated?

Treatment is focused on relief of symptoms and prevention of infection.

Corticosteroids are the treatment of choice. They are given by mouth or by injection.

Other medications may include chemotherapy or immunosuppressive medications. Antibiotics in the tetracycline family may be useful in mild cases.


- What could be the treatment cost?

The treatment cost would vary depending upon the mode of treatment that is opted for. Majority of the affected individuals need therapy for a period ranging between 6 – 60 months, following which many of them experience long term remission of the disease. Only few may require to get treated for a long-standing disease for much number of years. Generally, a single consultation with Dr. Rinky Kapoor would cost about 1000 Rs. per consultation.


- What is the prognosis?

Bullous pemphigoid usually responds well to treatment. In a small group, however, the disease will recur after treatment is stopped.

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The Esthetic Clinic is a world class center dedicated to skin care and plastic surgery of the entire body – and specializes in housing an experienced Dermatologist, Dr. Rinky Kapoor, who can provide world class Skin Treatments, for skin diseases and make your skin look beautiful. So if you want to go ahead and get your hair, skin, and nails treated, The Esthetic Clinic is the right place for you.

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