You can trust Medical Dermatology Specialists as a leading provider of pemphigus treatment in Atlanta. Dr. Jamie Weisman is a nationally recognized and board certified dermatologist who specializes in autoimmune skin diseases, such as pemphigus and pemphigoid. We are a thriving research and medical dermatology practice that is dedicated to delivering the most advanced treatment for your skin problems through any stage of life. If you have the unwanted blistering skin disease of pemphigus, Medical Dermatology Specialists can not only relieve your symptoms, but we are one of the few Atlanta dermatologists that can find a cure for your pemphigus as well. We believe that skin problems are more than skin deep. Therefore, we work with your primary physician or other specialist to ensure we are treating your skin disease at its source, giving you the long-term solutions you deserve.
Symptoms of Pemphigus/Pemphigoid
Pemphigus and pemphigoid are both autoimmune diseases that cause blisters on the skin and mucous membranes. These skin blisters may be uncomfortable and painful. Since pemphigus is a serious skin disease and some forms may be fatal if left untreated, it is critical that you let our professionals at Medical Dermatology Specialists help you. We can diagnose your symptoms of pemphigus or pemphigoid with consideration of your medical history, by taking a blister biopsy and by measuring antibody levels in a blood sample. You can trust Dr. Weisman has the knowledge and experience you need to treat this rare autoimmune skin disease.
What Causes Pemphigus/Pemphigoid?
Pemphigus and pemphigoid is caused when the immune system attacks healthy cells in the skin or mucous membranes. During an attack, your skin cells begin to separate from each other and collect fluid between the layers. This results in the formation of blisters that is seen in pemphigus and pemphigoid. If you have long-lasting blisters on your skin or mouth, let our skin care specialists help you today. Dr. Weisman holds a reputation for effectively treating skin diseases that were otherwise untreatable. Contact our Atlanta Pemphigus Treatment Experts at Medical Dermatology Specialists today to learn more about our advanced treatment options for patients in the Atlanta area.
