Suggest Treatment For Bullous Pemphigoid

Posted on Mon, 15 May 2017

Question: Legs have been deprived if oxygen during induced coma due to overdose of prescription drugs. now have
this condition where blister like lesions appear and open . It cleared up with silverdeen and wrapping but
it is now back again,it completely covers both legs from thighs down to ankles. Can you tell me where
I can go to get help for this. have tried a dermatologist and no luck...

Answered by Dr. Lekshmi Rita Venugopal (2 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Possible Diagnosis: Bullous Pemphigoid

Detailed Answer:
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Bullous Pemphigoid is an autoimmune disorder, where body's own immunity attack the skin cells. It is characterized by blistering of the skin, that comes on and off.

Confirmation of diagnosis requires biopsy of blisters and immunohistopathologic evaluation.

Treatment is with long term (usually 6 months - 2 years) with immunosuppressant medications like corticosteroids.

Please be advised to follow up with a dermatologist for confirmation of diagnosis and management.

Hope I was able to help you
Please address further questions here.

Regards,
Dr.Lekshmi

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Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Arnab Banerjee