WHAT IS PEMPHIGUS VULGARIS?

Pemphigus vulgaris is a rare autoimmune disorder of the skin which produces blisters and sores of the skin and mucous membranes. Depending on the appearance of blisters they can be of two types:

1. Pemphigus vulgaris: painful blisters appear in the mouth in the beginning and then spread to the genitals and skin. They are more sore and painful but don't itch.
2. Pemphigus foliaceus: blisters appear on the chest, back, and shoulders which itch more and are less painful.

WHAT ARE THE RISK FACTORS FOR PEMPHIGUS VULGARIS?

• Pemphigus increases in middle-aged or older.
• More common in people of Middle Eastern or Jewish descent.

WHAT ARE THE COMPLICATIONS OF PEMPHIGUS VULGARIS?

• Infection may spread to the bloodstream.
• The sores in the mouth are painful thus making eating difficult which might cause malnutrition
• Infected skin
• If left untreated the condition may be life-threatening.

WHAT ARE THE SYMPTOMS OF PEMPHIGUS VULGARIS?

• Painful blisters that start in the mouth or skin areas( pemphigus vulgaris) which then spread. In pemphigus foliaceus the blisters appear on the chest, back and shoulders
• Burning sensation of the skin
• Itching and pain.
• Skin blisters near the surface of the skin come and go.
• Oozing, crusting, or peeling at the blister site.

WHAT ARE THE CAUSES OF PEMPHIGUS VULGARIS?

The exact cause that triggers it is not known but it is an autoimmune disorder in which the immune cells start damaging the skin and mucous membrane.

DIAGNOSIS OF PEMPHIGUS VULGARIS 

Diagnosis of pemphigus can be a bit tricky but the following tests and procedures can help in diagnosis:

• Blood test: to look for antibodies
• Biopsy: to study cell cytology
• Endoscopy: to look for mouth and throat sores

TREATMENT OF PEMPHIGUS VULGARIS 

Treatment for pemphigus includes antibiotics, antivirals, antifungals, and corticosteroids but these treatments are not permanent and safe. Thus homeopathic treatment is the best treatment for pemphigus.

MANAGEMENT OF PEMPHIGUS VULGARIS 

• Maintain hygiene.
• Eat healthy diet
• Keep yourself hydrated
• Avoid infection on the skin

HOMEOPATHIC MANAGEMENT of PEMPHIGUS VULGARIS 

There are medicines like caltha palustris, cantharis, mancinella, ranunculus sceleratus, juglans cinerea, rhus tox But medicine depends on the presentation of the case and should never be taken without consulting a registered homeopath. Homeopathy has a permanent cure for pemphigus.

DO’s AND DON’Ts

Do’s

• Eat healthy foods.
• Maintain hygiene.

Don’ts

• Don't rub or itch