Dermatitis Herpetiformis Symptoms, Causes & More
Article Sources
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Outlook
Dermatitis herpetiformis can be chronic unless a person adopts a gluten-free diet. The skin condition is not always predictable and may go away without treatment. In some cases, the site of the bumps and blisters may change color. A gluten-free diet, and sometimes medications, helps manage the symptoms of the condition.
Like other types of dermatitis, dermatitis herpetiformis is not contagious. People with this condition are at a higher risk for other autoimmune disorders, such as diabetes, pernicious anemia and thyroid disorders.
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