Pemphigus

What is it?

Points To Remember About Pemphigus

• Pemphigus causes blisters on the skin and in the mouth, nose, throat, eyes, and genitals.
• The type of pemphigus depends on where the blisters form.
• Most people with pemphigus can control it with medicines. These medicines can have side effects, so talk to your doctor about all medicines you are taking.
• See your doctor if you have long-lasting blisters on the skin or mouth, so that you can be tested for pemphigus.

Pemphigus is a type of disease where the body’s immune system attacks healthy cells in the top layer of skin (epidermis). It causes blisters on the skin and in the mouth, nose, throat, eyes, and genitals.

Some forms of pemphigus can cause death if not treated.

Skin structure