Mucous Membrane Pemphigoid

Jul 27, 12 Mucous Membrane Pemphigoid

Posted by in Medical Professionals, Pemphigoid, Publications

Mucous membrane pemphigoid is a rare idiopathic and progressing autoimmune blistering disorder that may produce severe sequelae if not detected accurately to enable prompt and adequate treatment.

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Uveitis: A presenting sign of both secondary syphilis and HIV Infection

Jul 23, 12 Uveitis: A presenting sign of both secondary syphilis and HIV Infection

Posted by in Medical Professionals, Publications, Syphilis

The presence of a palmoplantar rash with uveitis is highly suggestive of syphilis but even without skin manifestation, it is prudent to screen all patients with uveitis for syphilis which can lead to blindness if left untreated or treated late.

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