Pemphigus Vulgaris Mimicking Dyshidrotic Eczema: A Case Report.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

In this manuscript, we present a case of pemphigus vulgaris (PV) with unusual and rarely found clinical features and course. Primary pustular lesions forming annular arrangement made the current case challenging in terms of diagnostics. This case broadens the clinical spectrum of PV; therefore, we believe it is important from educative and medical point of view.

Case report

The study examined a patient with pemphigus lesions resembling dyshidrotic eczema initially located on the soles and on the scalp during the subsequent relapses. The final diagnosis of PV was based on histopathology, direct and indirect immunofluorescence (DIF, IIF), ELISA, and mycology. Histopathological examination showed the presence of suprabasal acantholysis and acantholytic cells. DIF a

SUBMITTER: Osipowicz K 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12659641 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Jan-Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature