1. Pemphigus Hub A brief definition of pemphigus, followed by links to overviews, research projects, case studies and images. pemphigus Research at Johns Hopkins Medicine. http://www.healthubs.com/pemphigus/

Pemphigus is an autoimmune skin disorder characterized by flaccid bullae that rupture and leave erosions. It occurs in three major types: pemphigus vulgaris, paraneoplastic pemphigus and pemphigus foliaceus. Pemphigus vulgaris from MEDLINEplus Medical Encyclopedia - updated by Michael Lehrer, M.D., Department of Dermatology, University of Pennsylvania Medical Center, Philadelphia, PA. Pemphigus by the American Osteopathic College of Dermatology Pemphigus Vulgaris by University of Southern California Pemphigus, IgA from Dermatology / eMedicine Journal - by Lawrence Chan, MD, Director, Assistant Professor, Department of Dermatology, Section of Immunodermatology, Northwestern University Medical School. Insights into Pathophysiology and Treatment of Pemphigus - by Anne D. Walling, M.D. Pemphigus Research at Johns Hopkins Medicine Research Study in Pemphigus Vulgaris - by Dr. Animesh A. Sinha, M.D., Ph.D., Dept. of Dermatology, Weill Medical College of Cornell University, New York, NY. Pemphigus Vulgaris - by Dr. Heddie Sedano.

2. International Pemphigus Foundation; Pemphigus Vulgaris; Pemphigus Foliaceus; Pem The International pemphigus Foundation provides information about the autoimmune skin disorders known as pemphigus and pemphigoid while also offering advice http://www.pemphigus.org/

The International Pemphigus Foundation is dedicated to providing information and support to the community of people living with the rare autoimmune skin diseases pemphigus and pemphigoid , including the family members, friends and medical professionals who care about and care for them. The IPF provides basic facts, frequently updated information about these diseases and helpful services , including: new and traditional treatments advice on ways to improve quality of life access to our physician referral service nutritional guidance to help alleviate or minimize side effects from medications alerts about current clinical trials access to our archive of medical news and feature articles from our Quarterly newsletter a large collection of medical, governmental and other helpful resources In addition to the facts, you'll also find emotional support here. Those of us who live with and treat these relatively rare diseases share an uncommon bond, and the IPF is the place to share personal stories, pose questions, and ask for and receive help, advice and guidance. Assistance is available both online, via our very active and caring email list , and in person, through our Heart 2 Heart program and national and international support groups Because these diseases are so rare and often misdiagnosed, the IPF is also dedicated to increasing awareness of pemphigus and pemphigoid within the medical community. This is of vital importance, since with proper diagnosis and the right therapies, combined with helpful support systems and a good attitude, pemphigus and pemphigoid patients can effectively deal with these life-threatening conditions.

3. Pemphigus.com: Information On Types Of Pemphigus, Vulagris, Foliaceus, Paraneopl Information on the types and treatments. http://www.pemphigus.com

Canadian Online Pharmacies Canada Pharmacy Canadian Mail Order Pharmacies Healthcare professionals and scientists have carefully prepared this ALtruis Biomedical Network-affiliated site, intended for informational purposes only Partners: Pemphigus vulgaris Pemphigus foliaceus Paraneoplastic pemphigus Pemphigus Pemphigus describes a blistering condition of the skin caused by the attack of antibodies of certain proteins on the surface of skin cells. This attack interferes with the ability of the skin cells to bind to each other. The immune system normally functions to protect us against foreign invaders, but when it erroneously attacks a component of "self" an autoimmune disease can occur. (Other autoimmune disease include rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, multiple sclerosis and myasthenia gravis) There are three main types of pemphigus: pemphigus vulgaris pemphigus foliaceus and paraneoplastic pemphigus high blood pressure heart failure and various kidney Pemphigus vulgaris (PV) is the most common form. It is a relatively rare disease, affecting approximately 1 in 100,000 people. The lesions commonly manifest in people from 40 to 60 years of age. PV usually begins as blisters in the mouth.

4. PEMPHIGUS VULGARIS : pemphigus VULGARIS A Diagnostic Chameleon ? It is pemphigus Vulgaris. Its abrasive name draws a fitting mental picture of what it does to its victims . http://www.chronicillnet.org/online/lehne.html

PEMPHIGUS VULGARIS : A Diagnostic Chameleon ? by TJ Moriarty OLNews@aol.com Return to the OnLine News Index If you haven't heard of it before, don't feel bad most people haven't. But if you or someone you love has it, the symptoms are unforgettable. "It" is Pemphigus Vulgaris. Its abrasive name draws a fitting mental picture of what it does to its victims . Pemphigus, or commonly referred to as "PV", is an auto-immune blistering disorder of the skin and mucous membranes where those afflicted suffer from burn-like lesions all over their bodies. The sores may never heal in some cases or may not heal for extended periods of time. Some patients can coexist with the disease for years, while others will die a slow and complicated death. Janet Lehne has it. "Sometimes I feel like I'm a walking open sore, and believe it or not, I actually have a mild case." When she first realized something was wrong in 1983, she thought she was dying from AIDS. The common lesions now known to be associated with AIDS and HIV are very similar to a PV outbreak. "My doctors, in the early eighties, were convinced that I was symptomatic and suffering from an aggressive case of AIDS. It scared the hell out of me. I thought I was a dead person." But then she was told she had one of those unusually rare skin conditions that no one really knew much about. "What is PV?" would be one of the obscure, extra-credit questions for medical students of dermatology. She says her scalp literally tears. Her gums bleed and blister before disintegrating. Janet says PV is usually recognized by its slow-progression of infections in the mouth.

5. Pemphigus pemphigus. Update April, 2003 It has now been over four years since I last took Prednisone or any other medical treatment for pemphigus. http://www.uoregon.edu/~sshapiro/Pemphigus/TableOfContents.html

Pemphigus I am not fighting Pemphigus. I am not battling Pemphigus. Pemphigus is not an invader. It is my own immune system that has become so confused that it is attacking my skin and mucus membranes as if they were invaders. To say I am fighting Pemphigus makes no sense, for that would mean that I am fighting myself. I seek to make peace with myself. To understand why my immune system has become so confused, and to correct it. Toward that end I have gathered this information which has proven helpful in my understanding and healing. It may prove useful to you as well. It is my goal to heal my body, mind and spirit, not to suppress or turn off my immune system. Update April, 2003 : It has now been over four years since I last took Prednisone or any other medical treatment for pemphigus. I have been choosing my foods according to my blood type for about 5 and 1/2 years. When I was first diagnosed in 1995, I set a goal to be Pemphigus free by 2003 (seven years). In February, 2003, pemphigus was officially removed from my medical chart by my primary care physician. OK, it officially took eight years, but I was diagnosed in December, so I think that's close enough? What I have found that works for me should produce repeatable results, meaning that others who try it should experience the same results. It doesn't cost anything, there are no products, potions or lotions to purchase. It's all completely free. The choice is yours.

6. Immune Problems - Pemphigus pemphigus. pemphigus foliaceus, pemphigus vulgaris, pemphigus erythematosus and pemphigus vegetans There are immune mediated skin disorders called pemphigus complex. These have a http://www.vetinfo.com/dpemph.html

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7. P - Pemphigus pemphigus. pemphigus foliaceus, pemphigus vulgaris, pemphigus erythematosus and pemphigus vegetans There are immune mediated skin disorders called pemphigus complex. These have a http://www.vetinfo.com/dencyclopedia/depemphigus.html

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8. Pemphigus American Osteopathic College of Dermatology skin disease database pemphigus is a rare autoimmune blistering disorder of the skin.The immune system produces protective antibodies that circulate http://www.aocd.org/skin/dermatologic_diseases/pemphigus.html

[ click a disease picture to see larger view ] Pemphigus Pemphigus is a rare autoimmune blistering disorder of the skin. The immune system produces protective antibodies that circulate through our blood and protect us from attack by hostile viruses and bacteria. In pemphigus however, the antibodies mistakenly consider normal tissues as foreign and attack them. This produces painful raw areas on the skin and mucous membranes (mouth and other moist linings) that will not heal. In some cases, these sores can cover a significant area of the skin. Before modern drug treatments, death from overwhelming infection was the usual outcome, but this is no longer common. Pemphigus has several types. Each type looks and acts differently. There are other autoimmune blistering diseases of the skin, such as bullous pemphigoid , bullous lupus, and Hailey-Hailey disease that can be confused with pemphigus. Because this is a complex condition to diagnose, special testing is needed. The three main categories of pemphigus are paraneoplastic pemphigus, pemphigus vulgaris and pemphigus foliaceus. This most serious form of pemphigus is paraneoplastic pemphigus. This occurs most often in someone who has already been diagnosed with an internal malignancy (cancer). Fortunately, it is also the most rare. Painful sores of the mouth, lips and esophagus are almost always present; and skin lesions of different types occur. This disease is usually not responsive to treatment. The diagnosis of this type should prompt doctors to search for a hidden tumor. In some cases the tumor will be benign and the disease will improve if the tumor is surgically removed.

9. What Is Pemphigus? What is pemphigus? Types of pemphigus. There are three main categories of pemphigus pemphigus vulgaris, pemphigus foliaceus, and paraneoplastic pemphigus,. http://www.pemphigus.org/whatisgus.html

What is Pemphigus? General Information Diagnosis Treatment New Patient Checklist ... Articles General Information Pemphigus is a group of rare autoimmune blistering diseases of the skin and/or mucous membranes. When auto-antibodies attack desmogleins, the cells become separated from each other. The skin virtually becomes unglued. This causes burn-like lesions or blisters that do not heal. In some cases, these blisters can cover a significant area of the skin. Types of Pemphigus There are three main categories of pemphigus: pemphigus vulgaris pemphigus foliaceus , and paraneoplastic pemphigus Pemphigus is not pemphigoid cicatricial pemphigoid or benign familial pemphigus, also known as Hailey-Hailey disease. Pemphigus Vulgaris (PV) The term "vulgar" means "common," and PV is the most frequently diagnosed form of pemphigus. Sores and blisters almost always start in the mouth. Because the skin is an organ, PV is called a one-organ disease. It does not affect any of the internal organs. The blisters can go as far down as the vocal cords, but no further. PV does not cause permanent scars unless there is infection associated with the lesion. Photo of pemphigus vulgaris (Use the "back" button on your browser to return.)

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11. Pemphigus Vulgaire Fiches dinformations pratiques sur le pemphigus vulgaire, autres sites internet, types de consultations adapt©es, laboratoires de diagnostic, projets de recherche en cours, associations de patients et m©dicaments. http://www.orpha.net/static/FR/pemphigus_vulgaire_familial.html

12. PEMPHIGUS pemphigus. The pemphigus complex is a group of rare autoimmune skin diseases of cats. http://www.tica.org/vet/pemphigus.htm

PEMPHIGUS The pemphigus complex is a group of rare autoimmune skin diseases of cats. Autoimmune diseases are disorders within an individual cat wherein the immune system reacts against the body's own cells, resulting in the production of antibodies and "killer' cells that destroy the target tissue. In this situation, the immune systems fails to recognize the involved tissue as "self". Autoimmune diseases can be life-threatening without prompt medical attention. Pemphigus is characterized by production of antibodies against the intercellular cement substance of the skin. Frequently affected areas include the gums, lining of the mouth, nasal region, the facial zone, nails, and surface of the skin. When the pemphigus antibody attacks its target, it triggers a reaction the culmulates in the destruction of cell-to-cell connections. The loss of intercellular cohesion leads to the formation of blisters within the affected skin layer. Veterinary treatment of feline pemphigus can be difficult, requiring large doses of glucocorticoids, with or without other, more potent drugs. Side effects can be severe, and close physical and laboratory monitoring of the patient is critical. Often, therapy must be maintained for the life of the animal.

13. Pemphigus Vulgaris FAQ pemphigus Vulgaris is a rare autoimmunedisease of skin. This FAQ is written for patients and their families. pemphigus Vulgaris FAQ. http://www.geocities.com/HotSprings/7445/

Pemphigus Vulgaris FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions) Pemphigus Vulgaris is a rare auto-immune disease of skin. This is an informational page for the patients and their families and it contains links which they may find useful. It does not contain medical advice. NEW: I am online with Yahoo messenger as pemphigus_faq. This page was last updated on August 12, 2002 by Victor (victorlei at yahoo dot com). Farewell to Susan. "Pemphigus and You" . Her informal and personal approach to guidance and sharing helped many hundreds of Pemphigus patients worldwide. We miss you Susan. The following is Susan's obituary . My sincere sympathy for to her husband Barry and her family. Read more about PEMPHIGUS and YOU Many thanks to Dan Goodwill for contributing PV patient checklist. Yesterday I was told I have Pemphigus Vulgaris. What is it? If you are new to Pemphigus Vulgaris, here is a good introductory article by TJ Moriarty: Pemphigus Vulgaris: A Diagnostic Chameleon? What causes Pemphigus Vulgaris? Nobody knows. It is known that Pemphigus Vulgaris is

14. Pemphigus pemphigus. If you are searching for any of the following topics pemphigus. pemphigus vulgaris. symptoms of pemphigus. symptoms of pemphigus vulgaris. Look no further. You'll find it at The Doctors' http://www.medical-library.net/medical-library/Pemphigus.htm

Pemphigus If you are searching for any of the following topics: pemphigus pemphigus vulgaris symptoms of pemphigus symptoms of pemphigus vulgaris Look no further. You'll find it at The Doctors' Medical Library! Pemphigus is a group of chronic autoimmune skin diseases with blister formations in the outer layer of the skin and mucous membranes. Autoimmune disorders are caused when the body's immune system, which is meant to defend the body against bacteria, viruses, and any other foreign product, malfunctions and produces antibodies against healthy tissue, cells and organs. Pemphigus vulgaris begins with blister formations (bullae) occurring in the mouth and on the scalp. The blisters are soft and are easily broken. The blistering can also affect the esophagus, rectum, nose or the lining of the eyelids. These bullae heal without scarring. Pemphigus vulgaris predominately occurs in middle-aged patients of Jewish or Mediterranean descent. It is sometimes associated with other autoimmune diseases, such as myasthenia gravis and systemic lupus. (continued here...)

15. Canine Pemphigus Vulgaris The present report describes a case of canine pemphigus vulgaris. Some points Página principal Canine pemphigus vulgaris. J Rejas http://www.geocities.com/CollegePark/Field/5413/pemphigus.htm

Canine pemphigus vulgaris Autoimmune mediated skin diseases can be classified in two major groups, bullous processes and non-bullous ones (Carlotti 1989, Halliwell and Gorman 1989), including the first group the pemphigus complex -pemphigus vulgaris, pemphigus foliaceus, pemphigus erythematosus and pemphigus vegetans- and the bullous pemphigoid. According to Muller and others (1989) canine and feline pemphigus represented about 0.3% of the skin diseases observed at the New York State College of Veterinary Medicine being consequently uncommon in domestic animals. The present report describes a case of canine pemphigus vulgaris. Some points of the difficulty for the practitioner to get a definitive diagnosis in autoimmune skin diseases, and its possible treatment are discussed. Pododermatitis Pinna: crusts Case report The dog was a female spanish mastiff aged three years, weighing 45 kg. Her owner had observed that she was apathetic and anorectic one week ago, and that she had non-pruritic skin lesions. Skin lesions included escoriations, pustules, most of them broken, appearing consequently epidermal collarettes and yellowish crusts; occasionally, there were some vesicle among the lesions mentioned above. In oral mucosa it was observed some vesicle localized on lips, without any other lesions.

16. Pemphigus pemphigus. I am not fighting pemphigus. I am not battling pemphigus. pemphigus is not an invader. It is my own immune system that has become so confused that it is attacking my skin and mucus membranes as if they were invaders. http://darkwing.uoregon.edu/~sshapiro/Pemphigus/TableOfContents.html

Pemphigus I am not fighting Pemphigus. I am not battling Pemphigus. Pemphigus is not an invader. It is my own immune system that has become so confused that it is attacking my skin and mucus membranes as if they were invaders. To say I am fighting Pemphigus makes no sense, for that would mean that I am fighting myself. I seek to make peace with myself. To understand why my immune system has become so confused, and to correct it. Toward that end I have gathered this information which has proven helpful in my understanding and healing. It may prove useful to you as well. It is my goal to heal my body, mind and spirit, not to suppress or turn off my immune system. Update April, 2003 : It has now been over four years since I last took Prednisone or any other medical treatment for pemphigus. I have been choosing my foods according to my blood type for about 5 and 1/2 years. When I was first diagnosed in 1995, I set a goal to be Pemphigus free by 2003 (seven years). In February, 2003, pemphigus was officially removed from my medical chart by my primary care physician. OK, it officially took eight years, but I was diagnosed in December, so I think that's close enough? What I have found that works for me should produce repeatable results, meaning that others who try it should experience the same results. It doesn't cost anything, there are no products, potions or lotions to purchase. It's all completely free. The choice is yours.

17. Pemphigus Vulgaris http://www.usc.edu/hsc/dental/opath/Cards/PemphigusVulgaris.html

18. Virtual Hospital: An Introduction To Basic Dermatology: Pemphigus For Providers. An Introduction to Basic Dermatology. pemphigus. Warren Piette, M.D. Peer Review Status Internally Peer Reviewed. See related Provider Textbooks about Dermatology. blister diseases are pemphigus and bullous pemphigoid. pemphigus involves blistering because of the epidermal separation in pemphigus, the blisters or bullae in pemphigus tend to http://www.vh.org/Providers/Lectures/PietteDermatology/BlackTray/41Pemphigus.htm

For Providers An Introduction to Basic Dermatology Pemphigus Warren Piette, M.D. Peer Review Status: Internally Peer Reviewed Two of the more important categories of large blister diseases are pemphigus and bullous pemphigoid. Pemphigus involves blistering because of separation between cells within the epidermis, while bullous pemphigoid involves separation of the full thickness of epidermis from the basement membrane. Because of the more superficial location of the epidermal separation in pemphigus, the blisters or bullae in pemphigus tend to be much more fragile than those seen in bullous pemphigoid. The lesions shown are those of pemphigus vulgaris. Next Page Title Page See related Provider Textbooks about Dermatology See related Provider Topics Dermatology Skin DiseasesGeneral or Skin, Hair and Nails See related Patient Textbooks about Dermatology See related Patient Topics Dermatology Skin DiseasesGeneral or Skin, Hair and Nails Virtual Hospital Home Virtual Children's Hospital Home Site Map ... UI Health Care Home http://www.vh.org/adult/provider/dermatology/PietteDermatology/BlackTray/41Pemphigus.html

19. Pemphigus Vulgaris Network Website of the pemphigus Vulgaris Network, the United Kingdom support group for people living with pemphigus and Mucous Membrane Pemphigoid. http://www.pemphigus.org.uk/

Welcome to the website of the Pemphigus Vulgaris Network, the United Kingdom support group for people living with Pemphigus and Mucous Membrane Pemphigoid. This page includes the following sections: What is Pemphigus Vulgaris? What is the PV Network? How is PV diagnosed? How is it treated? ... How To Find Out More What is Pemphigus Vulgaris? Pemphigus Vulgaris (PV) is one of a group of rare, relapsing auto-immune diseases causing blistering of the skin and mucous membranes (eg mouth, nose, throat and genitals). In pemphigus disorders the immune system makes a mistake, views cells in the skin and mucous membranes as foreign and an immune response is triggered. Affected individuals have high concentrations of antibodies produced by the immune system. These bind to a specific protein in the skin (desmoglein 3 and sometimes desmoglein 1), causing interference with the skin’s normal function. The cells no longer stick together and become separated from each other. This causes the burn-like lesions or blisters that are typical of PV. Symptoms often occur first in the mouth, but lesions can cover a significant area of skin. The disease is non-infectious. Although it is known that desmoglein antibodies cause PV, it is not known why people develop these autoantibodies in the first place. Genetic factors are believed to be important but it is likely that there are other factors which help trigger PV.

20. MedlinePlus Medical Encyclopedia: Pemphigus Vulgaris pemphigus vulgaris. Return to top. pemphigus involves blistering of the outer (epidermal) layer of the skin and mucous membranes. It is http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/000882.htm

@import url(http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/images/advanced.css); Skip navigation Medical Encyclopedia Other encyclopedia topics: A-Ag Ah-Ap Aq-Az B-Bk ... Z Pemphigus vulgaris Contents of this page: Illustrations Definition Causes, incidence, and risk factors Symptoms ... Calling your health care provider Illustrations Pemphigus, vulgaris on the back Pemphigus, vulgaris - lesions in the mouth Definition Return to top An autoimmune skin disorder characterized by blistering of the skin and mucous membrane Causes, incidence, and risk factors Return to top Pemphigus involves blistering of the outer (epidermal) layer of the skin and mucous membranes . It is an autoimmune disorder in which the immune system produces antibodies against specific proteins in the skin and mucous membrane. These antibodies produce a reaction that leads to a separation of epidermal cells (acantholysis). The exact cause of the development of antibodies against the body's own tissues (autoantibodies) is unknown. Sometimes pemphigus appears due to reactions to medications, although this is rare. Pemphigus may be a side effect of ACE inhibitors (such as Elanapril) or chelating agents (such as penicillamine). Pemphigus is uncommon. It occurs almost exclusively in middle-aged or older people, of all races and ethnic groups. About one-half of the cases of pemphigus vulgaris begin with

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