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A Case of Recurrent Pemphigus Foliaceus Following Noncompliance to Medication

Authors :
Masab Ali
Muhammad Husnain Ahmad
Ali Imran
Uswa Ahmad
Rehan Naseer Ahmad
Source :
Clinical Case Reports, Vol 12, Iss 11, Pp n/a-n/a (2024)
Publication Year :
2024
Publisher :
Wiley, 2024.

Abstract

ABSTRACT Pemphigus foliaceus (PF) is a rare autoimmune blistering disorder requiring consistent immunosuppressive therapy for management. A 66‐year‐old male with a history of PF presented with worsening blisters and erosions after discontinuing medication. The patient had flaccid bullae and erosions on the face, scalp, chest, and back. Histopathology confirmed PF. Treatment with oral prednisolone, azathioprine, and reinitiation of dexamethasone‐cyclophosphamide pulse (DCP) therapy led to disease remission. This case underscores the importance of adherence to immunosuppressive therapy in PF management. It also highlights the role of affordable treatment regimens in ensuring patient compliance and successful outcomes.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
20500904
Volume :
12
Issue :
11
Database :
Directory of Open Access Journals
Journal :
Clinical Case Reports
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
edsdoj.5f807b182a4447a6af22dd825b439a80
Document Type :
article
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1002/ccr3.9622