Dermatitis herpetiformis in Adult
Synopsis

The disease manifests as an intermittent pruritic, papulovesicular eruption over the extensor surfaces of the extremities, buttocks, and scalp. Many patients who adhere to a strict gluten-free diet experience complete remission of their disease.
Patients with DH are at an increased risk of developing thyroid disease, most commonly Hashimoto thyroiditis. Insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus and pernicious anemia have also been reported. Patients with gluten-sensitive enteropathy are also at increased risk of enteropathy-associated T-cell lymphoma and therefore warrant close surveillance. Gluten avoidance may decrease the risk for lymphoma. A population-based study from Finland strongly suggests an increased risk of bullous pemphigoid in patients with DH.
Codes
L13.0 – Dermatitis herpetiformis
SNOMEDCT:
111196000 – Dermatitis herpetiformis
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Last Updated:01/12/2022