IPPF

Pemphigus and pemphigoid are rare, autoimmune diseases that affect a very small percentage of the population. There are many different autoimmune diseases, and they can each affect the body in different ways. Pemphigus vulgaris, the most common of the pemphigus diseases, affects the skin and mucous membranes. Ultimately, damage to certain tissues by the immune system may be permanent.

Pemphigus and pemphigoid are not contagious. They cannot be transmitted by person-to-person contact or by exchange of blood products or other bodily fluids. Two people in the same family are rarely affected by it. In fact, no autoimmune disease has ever been shown to be contagious or “catching.”

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the Health Management Program
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When I was first diagnosed with PV 25 years ago, I had no one to talk with about my disease. I was on my own looking for answers. The answer I found was to start a Foundation so that others would not have to be alone with theirs.

As we have progressed, the IPPF now offers patients a Health Management Program.  This is a free program designed to help you stay on track by providing you with one-on-one health coaching for many issues related to your condition.

If you are new to the disease or are in an active flare, let us help you with your recovery. Your participation will not only help you, but the statistical data collected can provide physicians information on better ways to treat their patients. Join the IPPF’s HMP today by calling one of their Peer Health Coaches today at 916-922-1298.

Janet Segall