A 60 year old male presents to the dermatologist with a complaint of tender blisters on his arm and flank. Physical examination reveals blisters and flaccid bullae; a few have ruptured, leaving red, sore, denuded areas. Which of the following findings would suggest the diagnosis of pemphigus vulgaris as opposed to bullous pemphigoid?
A 60 year old male presents to the dermatologist with a complaint of tender blisters on his arm and flank. Physical examination reveals blisters and flaccid bullae; a few have ruptured, leaving red, sore, denuded areas. Which of the following findings would suggest the diagnosis of pemphigus vulgaris as opposed to bullous pemphigoid?
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A 60 year old male presents to the dermatologist with a complaint of tender blisters on his arm and flank. Physical examination reveals blisters and flaccid bullae; a few have ruptured, leaving red, sore, denuded areas. Which of the following findings would suggest the diagnosis of pemphigus vulgaris as opposed to bullous pemphigoid?
✓ Correct Answer: D. Oral mucosal lesions
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