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	Dermatitis Herpetiformis; Gluten; Course Work; Abstracts
		The incidence and prevalence of dermatitis herpetiformis in Utah.
		Prevalence of duodenal and jejunal lesions in dermatitis herpetiformis.
		Cutaneous IgA subclasses in dermatitis herpetiformis and linear IgA disease.
	www.nutramed.com /skin/dhref.htm (13539 words)

	Dermatitis herpetiformis - WrongDiagnosis.com
		Dermatitis herpetiformis (DH) or Duhring's Disease, is a skin disorder often associated with celiac disease.
		Dermatitis herpetiformis is associated with sensitivity of the intestine to gluten in the diet (celiac sprue).
		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.
	www.wrongdiagnosis.com /d/dermatitis_herpetiformis/intro.htm (536 words)

	Dermatitis herpetiformis
		Concordance of dermatitis herpetiformis and celiac disease in monozygous twins.
		Dermatitis herpetiformis (DH) is an autoimmune disease mediated by IgA antibodies.
		Sulphamethoxypyridazine for dermatitis herpetiformis, linear IgA disease and cicatricial pemphigoid.
	www.thedoctorsdoctor.com /diseases/dermatitis_herpetiformis.htm (5215 words)

	Dermatitis Herpetiformis
		BACKGROUND: Dermatitis herpetiformis (DH) is a specific dermatological manifestation of coeliac disease and 80% of DH patients have gluten sensitive enteropathy manifested by crypt hyperplasia and villous atrophy.
		Dermatitis herpetiformis (DH) and isolated gluten-sensitive enteropathy (GSE) are gluten-sensitive diseases in which ingestion of dietary gluten results in the development of clinical disease.
		Dermatitis herpetiformis is associated with a gluten-sensitive enteropathy in >85% of cases.
	www.uams.edu /celiac/Jnl_Clb/Dermatitis_Herpetiformis.htm (2642 words)

	dermherp - British Association of Dermatologists
		Dermatitis herpetiformis is associated with a bowel disorder known as coeliac disease.
		Dermatitis herpetiformis usually first appears in young and middle-aged adults but is occasionally seen in children.
		About 80% of patients with dermatitis herpetiformis do well with a gluten free diet; but it may take as long as a year before they are able to drop their dapsone dosage.
	www.bad.org.uk /patients/leaflets/dermherp.asp (668 words)

	HON Allergy Glossary Dermatitis
		Dermatitis is an inflammation of the upper layers of the skin causing rash, blisters, scabbing, redness and swelling.
		Contact dermatitis is most often seen around the hands or areas that touched or were exposed to the irritant/ allergen.
		Contact dermatitis of the feet also exists but differs in that it is due to the warm, moist conditions in the shoes and socks.
	www.hon.ch /Library/Theme/Allergy/Glossary/dermatitis.html (435 words)

	Dermatitis Herpetiformis
		Dermatitis herpetiformis [DH] is associated with gluten-sensitive enteropathy [celiac disease] and is characterized by a chronic, intensely pruritic papulovesicular rash symmetrically distributed over exterior surfaces of the body, the trunk, buttocks, scalp, and neck.
		In the literature, dermatitis herpetiformis may be referred to as Duhrings' disease; a herpes circinatur bullosus; or as a hydroa herpetifome.
		Thus, dermatitis herpetiformis and celiac disease appear to be distinct diseases with the curious relationship that over 80 percent of patients with the skin disease [DH] also have at least latent celiac disease, whereas only relatively few patients with celiac disease have dermatitis herpetiformis.
	www.e-celiacs.org /2-Dermatitis_Herpetiformis.htm (761 words)

	Dermatitis herpetiformis - Evanston Northwestern Healthcare (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-03)
		Dermatitis herpetiformis is a chronic, extremely itchy rash consisting of bumps and blisters.
		Dermatitis herpetiformis is linked to sensitivity of the intestine to gluten in the diet (celiac sprue).
		Dermatitis herpetiformis usually begins in persons 20 and older, though children may sometimes be affected.
	www.enh.org /healthandwellness/Encyclopedia/ency/article/001480.aspx (364 words)

	Dermatitis herpetiformis - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		Symptoms of dermatitis herpetiformis tend to be sporadic.
		However, the case of beer raises the main problem of dermatitis herpetiformis and coeliac disease: while the diet is strict and the effects of the disease are serious, the main symptom of the disease can be social isolation with those with Dermatitis herpetiformis afraid to become involved in normal social life.
		Coeliacs and those with dermatitis herpetiformis are therefore presented with a choice between denying themselves a central part of their religious practice or placing themselves at risk of serious illness.
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Dermatitis_herpetiformis (1513 words)

	Dermatitis Herpetiformis (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-03)
		Dermatitis herpetiformis is an intensely pruritic (itchy) skin disease characterized by eruptions of clusters of small blisters or vesicles (small elevations of the skin containing fluid) and small bumps or papules (small, solid, elevations on the skin).
		Dermatitis herpetiformis is found in one out of 10,000 individuals over the age of 20.
		Dermatitis herpetiformis is related to the presence of IgA deposits under the skin.
	www.healthsystem.virginia.edu /uvahealth/adult_derm/dermherp.cfm (329 words)

	Dermatitis Herpetiformis - Causes, Symptoms And Treatment of Dermatitis herpetiformis (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-03)
		Dermatitis herpetiformis is a very itchy type of dermatitis associated with intestinal and immune consumption of dairy products or gluten.
		Dermatitis herpetiformis usually shows up in young adults, and is more common in men and people originally from some areas of northern Europe.
		Dermatitis herpetiformis is a lifelong condition, but remission may occur in 10 to 20 percent.
	www.bestincosmetics.com /dermatitis_herpetiformis.htm (375 words)

	Dermatitis Herpetiformis
		Dermatitis herpetiformis is an autoimmune disease that causes clusters of extremely itchy blisters on the skin.
		Dermatitis herpetiformis is uncommon, but appears to be most prevalent in people of Scandinavian descent.
		Dermatitis herpetiformis is caused by proteins called glutens found in foods containing wheat, barley, or rye.
	www.hmc.psu.edu /healthinfo/d/dermatitisherpetiformis.htm (418 words)

	DERMATITIS, HERPETIFORMIS
		Dermatitis herpetiformis is a chronic, recurrent skin disorder characterized by clusters of itchy, small vesicles (blisters) and papules (red bumps).
		Dermatitis herpetiformis is a chronic condition in which episodes may persist for days, weeks, months, or even years.
		Specific treatment of dermatitis herpetiformis depends upon its location and severity, the impact it has on the quality of your life, and your response to therapy.
	www.apma-nc.com /PatientEducation/dermatitis_herpetiformis.htm (1051 words)

	Dermatitis herpetiformis
		Dermatitis herpetiformis is a chronic, lifelong disease characterized both by symptomatic, characteristic skin lesions and by a gluten-sensitive, often asymptomatic, enteropathy.
		Antibodies to tissue transglutaminase as serologic markers in patients with dermatitis herpetiformis.
		Dermatitis herpetiformis and celiac disease are both primarily associated with the HLA-DQ (A10501, B02) or the HLA-DQ (A103, B20302) heterodimers.
	dermatology.cdlib.org /94/NYU/Nov2001/9.html (570 words)

	Dermatitis Herpetiformis: Blistering Diseases: Merck Manual Home Edition
		Dermatitis herpetiformis is an autoimmune disease causing clusters of intensely itchy small blisters and hivelike swellings.
		In people with dermatitis herpetiformis, glutens (proteins) in wheat, rye, and barley products somehow activate the immune system, which attacks parts of the skin and causes the rash and itching.
		People with dermatitis herpetiformis may develop celiac disease (see Malabsorption: Celiac Disease), which is caused by the gluten sensitivity.
	www.merck.com /mmhe/sec18/ch209/ch209d.html (274 words)

	Dermatitis Herpetiformis - Definition, Causes, Symptoms and Treatment
		Dermatitis herpetiformis is associated with sensitivity of the intestine to gluten in the diet.
		Dermatitis Herpetiformis, is an uncommon skin disease, is another manifestation of gluten or wheat allergy.
		Dermatitis herpetiformis is idiopathic, but several immunologic abnormalities have been detected.
	www.thebeautytips.com /beauty/skin-disorders/dermatitis-herpetiformis.htm (541 words)

	Dermatitis Herpetiformis (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-03)
		Dermatitis herpetiformis (DH) is a chronic disease of the skin that may occur in people of any age, but is most common in the second to fourth decades of life.
		Gluten challenge in children with dermatitis herpetiformis: a clinical, morphological and immunohistological study.
		Malabsorption of vitamin B12 in dermatitis herpetiformis and its association with pernicious anaemia.
	www.kroger.com /hn/Concern/Dermatitis_Herpetiformis.htm (1262 words)

	Dermatitis herpetiformis. Coeliac disease. DermNet NZ
		Dermatitis herpetiformis (also known as ‘DH’) is a rare but persistent immunobullous skin condition related to coeliac disease.
		Dermatitis herpetiformis characteristically affects the scalp, buttocks, elbows and knees but lesions may arise on any area of skin.
		The microscopic appearance of dermatitis herpetiformis is characteristic.
	dermnetnz.org /immune/dermatitis-herpetiformis.html (593 words)

	OHSU Health - Dermatitis (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-03)
		Dermatitis actually refers to a number of skin conditions that inflame the skin.
		Dermatitis is characterized by skin that may be red, swollen, blistered, scabbed, scaly, oozing, or itchy.
		Some types of dermatitis are caused by allergies, while the majority do not have any known causes.
	www.ohsuhealth.com /htaz/derm/rash/derm/index.cfm (122 words)

	Skin Disorders; Dermatitis Herpetiformis; Gluten Allergy
		Dermatitis Herpetiformis (DH), an uncommon skin disease, is another manifestation of gluten or wheat allergy.
		The HLA-B8 gene is found in 80% of patients with gluten enteropathy and dermatitis herpetiformis.
		The small intestine is a site of vigorous T-cell activity in gluten-sensitive individuals and is consistent with the view that the enteropathy of dermatitis herpetiformis and celiac disease is the result of a delayed-type hypersensitivity against wheat proteins.
	www.nutramed.com /skin/herpetiformis.htm (524 words)

	Dermatitis Herpetiformis
		Dermatitis Herpetiformis was first associated with wheat in 1941 in Holland.
		Dermatitis Herpetiformis is usually found second hand by small bowel biopsy.
		Dermatitis Herpetiformis is mediated by the immune system.
	www.penny.ca /Herpetiformis.htm (422 words)

	Dermatitis Herpetiformis - Symptoms, Treatment and Prevention
		Dermatitis Herpetiformis is an uncommon, chronic disease in which the primary clinical manifestations are cutaneous (relating to the skin).
		It is also known as Brocq-During disease, dermatitis multiformis, Duhring disease, and gluten-sensitive enteropathy.
		Dermatitis herpetiformis is idiopathic (without known cause), but several immunologic abnormalities have been detected.
	www.healthscout.com /ency/1/646/main.html (511 words)

	OHSU Health - Dermatitis Herpetiformis (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-03)
		Persons with dermatitis herpetiformis often have a high incidence of autoimmune disorders and thyroid disease.
		The following are the most common symptoms of dermatitis herpetiformis.
		In addition to a medical history and physical examination, dermatitis herpetiformis is usually confirmed with a skin biopsy with immunofluorescence (a specialized type of stain which helps to detect the presence of IgA antibodies).
	www.ohsuhealth.com /htaz/derm/rash/derm/dermatitis_herpetiformis.cfm (313 words)

	Dermatitis herpetiformis and gluten-free diet
		Dermatitis herpetiformis (DH) is associated with an often-asymptomatic gluten-sensitive enteropathy characterized by chronic, intensely pruritic, polymorphic, vesicles usually appearing on extensor surfaces, namely elbows, knees, buttocks, and scalp.
		It is less common on the upper back, abdomen, groin, face, and very rare to affect oral mucosa [1].
		Absence of toxicity of oats in patients with dermatitis herpetiformis.
	dermatology.cdlib.org /111/reviews/herpetiformis/barankin.html (1300 words)

	Symptoms of Dermatitis herpetiformis - WrongDiagnosis.com
		When considering symptoms of Dermatitis herpetiformis, it is also important to consider Dermatitis herpetiformis as a possible cause of other medical conditions.
		This signs and symptoms information for Dermatitis herpetiformis has been gathered from various sources, may not be fully accurate, and may not be the full list of Dermatitis herpetiformis signs or Dermatitis herpetiformis symptoms.
		Furthermore, signs and symptoms of Dermatitis herpetiformis may vary on an individual basis for each patient.
	www.wrongdiagnosis.com /d/dermatitis_herpetiformis/symptoms.htm (399 words)

	Symptoms of Dermatitis herpetiformis - CureResearch.com
		- Misdiagnosis of Underlying Causes of Dermatitis herpetiformis
		This symptom information has been gathered from various sources, may not be fully accurate, and may not be the full list of symptoms of Dermatitis herpetiformis.
		Furthermore, symptoms of Dermatitis herpetiformis may vary on an individual basis for each patient.
	www.cureresearch.com /d/dermatitis_herpetiformis/symptoms.htm (315 words)

	Celiac.com Celiac Disease: (Dermatitis Herpetiformis: Skin Condition Associated with Celiac Disease) Gluten-Free
		Dermatitis Herpetiformis: Skin Condition Associated with Celiac Disease
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		Joseph Murray on Celiac Disease and Dermatitis Herpetiformis
	www.celiac.com /st_main.html?p_catid=10 (113 words)

	Dermatitis Herpetiformis Defined
		Dermatitis Herpetiformis (DH) is an important associated disorder or complication of celiac disease which is manifested in the form of a skin rash.
		There is strong evidence that the changes in the intestinal mucosa and the immunologic findings in the majority of patients diagnosed with DH are identical with those found in celiac disease.
		For more information read Dr. Russell P. Hall's article "Dermatitis Herpetiformis and Dietary Gluten: Illuminating a Gut-Skin Connection" published in the Lifeline Spring 2004 issue.
	www.csaceliacs.org /dh_defined.php (295 words)

	Dermatitis Herpetiformis - Celiac / coeliac disease related skin condition - Dermatitis Herpetiformis Online Community.
		Support for dermatitis herpetiformis sufferers - Message boards, chat room, case studies, info...
		As the name suggests, the DH Online Community is a place where patients and their families can exchange experiences and obtain support and information about the medical condition, dermatitis herpetiformis (DH).
		Dermatitis Herpetiformis Message Boards - Chat Room - Case Studies - What is dermatitis herpetiformis
	www.dermatitisherpetiformis.org.uk (235 words)

	eMedicine - Dermatitis Herpetiformis : Article by Jami Miller, MD (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-03)
		Background: Dermatitis herpetiformis (DH) is an autoimmune blistering disorder associated with a gluten-sensitive enteropathy (GSE).
		Hall RP, Lawley TJ: Characterization of circulating and cutaneous IgA immune complexes in patients with dermatitis herpetiformis.
		Lahteenoja H, Irjala K, Viander M, et al: Oral mucosa is frequently affected in patients with dermatitis herpetiformis.
	www.emedicine.com /DERM/topic95.htm (3844 words)

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