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What is bullous pemphigoid and what is the treatment? is this life threatening?

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Autoimmune disorde: BP is likely an autoimmune disorder and can be dangerous depending on the type you have. You need to seek attention from a rheumatologist and appropriate surgeon if diagnosis hasn't been made for biopsy. Many people need to take medications for this

Answered 12/19/2019

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Skin disease: autoimmune that causes large fluid filled blisters over the body. treatment usually involves suppressing the immune system with steroids. Some medications may trigger the reaction.

Answered 5/24/2015

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