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What is the definition of Epidermolysis Bullosa Acquisita?
Epidermolysis bullosa acquisita (EBA) is a rare autoimmune disorder that causes the skin to blister in response to minor injury. Common areas of blistering include the hands, feet, knees, elbows, and buttocks. It can also affect the mouth, nose, and eyes. Some affected people have other health problems such as Crohn's disease, systemic lupus erythematosus, amyloidosis, or multiple myeloma. EBA is not inherited and usually occurs in adulthood. Immunosuppressive drugs may be used to reduce the body's autoimmune response.
What are the alternative names for Epidermolysis Bullosa Acquisita?
  • Epidermolysis bullosa acquisita
  • Acquired epidermolysis bullosa
  • EB acquisita
  • EBA
Who are the top Epidermolysis Bullosa Acquisita Local Doctors?
Dr. Benjamin J. Kahn
Internal Medicine
Dr. Benjamin J. Kahn
Internal Medicine

Prohealth Physicians PC

950 Yale Ave, 
Wallingford, CT 
 (12.6 mi)
203-265-9600
Languages Spoken:
English
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Benjamin Kahn is an Internal Medicine provider in Wallingford, Connecticut. Dr. Kahn and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Epidermolysis Bullosa Acquisita. His top areas of expertise are Muir-Torre Syndrome, Vitamin B12 Deficiency Anemia, Multiple Carboxylase Deficiency, and Folate Deficiency.

Dr. Amy W. Steinberg
Dermatology
Dr. Amy W. Steinberg
Dermatology
2500 Route 347, Bldg 5a Amy Wishner Steinberg Md, 
Stony Brook, NY 
 (42.0 mi)
631-689-7683
Languages Spoken:
English
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Amy Steinberg is a Dermatologist in Stony Brook, New York. Dr. Steinberg and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Epidermolysis Bullosa Acquisita. Her top areas of expertise are Epidermolysis Bullosa Acquisita, Epidermolysis Bullosa, Warts, and Female Pattern Baldness.

 
 
 
 
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Dr. Aimee S. Payne
Dermatology
Dr. Aimee S. Payne
Dermatology

Trustees Of Columbia University In The City Of New York

622 W 168th St, 
New York, NY 
 (64.2 mi)
212-305-9876
Languages Spoken:
English
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Aimee Payne is a Dermatologist in New York, New York. Dr. Payne and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Epidermolysis Bullosa Acquisita. Her top areas of expertise are Pemphigus, Pemphigus Vulgaris, Pemphigus Foliaceus, and Bullous Pemphigoid.

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Published Date: May 02, 2022
Published By: Genetic and Rare Diseases Informnation Center