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Pemphigus Vulgaris
What are the symptoms?
PV causes the skin to separate easily and peel easily. For many individuals, PV usually begins with blistering in the mouth and throat (a sensation likened to that of a candle burning in the throat). This is followed by blistering or erosions of the skin, including the groin, underarm, face, scalp and chest areas. PV lesions may cover extensive portions of the body. In some affected people the lesions are relatively asymptomatic. However, in the healing stage following treatment, the lesions often crust over but they no longer itch or burn and leak fluid. In some people the skin lesions may itch and burn continuously and rupture which may leave red erosions of the skin surrounded by a crust and scaling. Affected areas usually heal without scarring, unless the lesions become infected. Blisters in the mouth may make it difficult to eat and drink, leading to problems with weight loss and dehydration.
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