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Dermatitis herpetiformis



Dermatitis, herpetiformis - close-up of lesion
Dermatitis, herpetiformis - close-up of lesion
Dermatitis, herpetiformis on the knee
Dermatitis, herpetiformis on the knee
Dermatitis, herpetiformis on the arm and legs
Dermatitis, herpetiformis on the arm and legs
Dermatitis, herpetiformis on the thumb
Dermatitis, herpetiformis on the thumb
Dermatitis, herpetiformis on the hand
Dermatitis, herpetiformis on the hand
Dermatitis, herpetiformis on the forearm
Dermatitis, herpetiformis on the forearm


Dermatitis herpetiformis

Definition:

Dermatitis herpetiformis is a chronic, extremely itchy rash consisting ofbumps and blisters. Dermatitis herpetiformis is linked to sensitivity of the intestine to gluten in the diet (celiac sprue).


Alternative Names:

Duhring's disease


Causes, incidence, and risk factors:

Dermatitis herpetiformis usually begins in persons 20 and older, though children may sometimes be affected. It is seen in both men and women.

Though the cause of the rash is unknown, dermatitis herpetiformis is frequently associated with gluten (a protein found in cereals) sensitivity in the small bowel.




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