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Introduction
Glossary
What is pemphigus vulgaris?
What types of pemphigus are there?
What areas of the body are affected by pemphigus vulgaris?
What does pemphigus vulgaris look like?
Who tends to have pemphigus vulgaris?
What causes pemphigus vulgaris?
Is pemphigus vulgaris hereditary?
Is pemphigus vulgaris catching?
Is pemphigus vulgaris serious?
Are there any complications with pemphigus vulgaris?
Does anything make pemphigus vulgaris worse?
Will pemphigus vulgaris go away?
How will pemphigus vulgaris be diagnosed?
How can pemphigus vulgaris be treated?
What does it mean if I am told my pemphigus vulgaris is in 'remission'?
Managing a pemphigus vulgaris 'flare-up'
What can I do to help myself?
How will pemphigus vulgaris affect my daily life?
I am about to see a health care professional; what do I ask him or her?
Other frequently asked questions (FAQ)
What do I do next?
Where can I get more information?
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>> Who tends to have pemphigus vulgaris?
  • It is not known exactly how common pemphigus vulgaris is. However, it is thought there are between 1 and 5 new cases per million people each year in the UK.4 .
  • It is known to affect people of all races and cultures. However, there are certain groups of people in whom PV is more common 4 :
    • Indoasians (i.e. people originating from the Indian subcontinent).
    • Eastern European Jews.
  • PV is equally as common in men and women.
  • PV can start at any age but it most commonly occurs when people are between 20 and 60. It is rare in children.

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