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Dermatitis Herpetiformis
Alternate Names : Duhring's Disease
Definition
Dermatitis herpetiformis is a chronic, extremely itchy rash consisting of papules and vesicles. Dermatitis herpetiformis is associated with sensitivity of the intestine to gluten in the diet (celiac sprue).
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Overview, Causes, & Risk Factors
Dermatitis herpetiformis usually begins in the twenties, 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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Review Date : 10/27/2003
Reviewed By : Jeffrey Drayer, M.D., Dermatologist, Los Angeles, CA. Review provided by
VeriMed Healthcare Network.
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