Pemphigus Vulgaris is a serious skin disease.It is a rare disease, which is characterized by formation of blisters and erosions of the skin and mucus membranes.The blisters are often called as bulla or bullae, which are filled with thin, watery fluid which eventually burst, slough off and lead to sore spots. It can affect mouth, genitals and any part of skin. It is most commonly observed in middle-aged or older people. It is a chronic and recurring disease. It is not a contagious disease,does not spread by touch or air.

CAUSES OF PEMPHIGUS VULGARIS

Pemphigus is understood to be an auto-immune disease.Though, the exact cause remains ill-understood. IN pemphigus, bodies immune system fails to recognize bodies own protein called desmoglein protein, and reacts in the form of severe inflammation, blister formation, pain and soreness.

SYMPTOMS OF PEMPHIGUS VULGARIS

Most commonly affected areas are mouth, scalp and trunk.

• Painful blisters and sores in the mouth,followed by blisters on skin.
• Peeling of skin
• Crust formation

DIAGNOSIS OF PEMPHIGUS VULGARIS

• It is best diagnosed clinically by an experienced eye.
• Nikolsky's sign - When the surface of unaffected area is rubbed with finger or cotton, the skin separates easily. This is called as positive Nikolsky's sign.
• Skin or oral biopsy - It shows intra-epidermal vesicle caused by breaking of epidermal cells.

• ELISA test - Anti Desmoglein antibodies can be detected in the blood using this test.  

HOMEOPATHIC TREATMENT FOR PEMPHIGUS VULGARIS

Homeopathy aims at addressing the underlying process and after effect of auto-immune activity. The results with homeopathy may not be as drastic and quick as probably with the use of cortisone. However, homeopathy is strongly indicated in most cases of pemphigus as a support measure, which helps not only to manage the disease better, but also helps to reduce the dependency of cortisone.The treatment is totally depend on the present complain colleted by proper case taking.

Homeopathy is strongly recommended for pemphigus.

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