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Bullae

Bullous pemphigoid, close-up of tense blisters
Bullous pemphigoid, close-up of tense blisters
Poison ivy on the knee
Poison ivy on the knee
Poison ivy on the leg
Poison ivy on the leg

Definition

  

Bullae are blisters larger than 1 centimeter wide. Bullae that are filled with clear fluid may occur on the skin.


Considerations

  


Common Causes

  


Home Care

  


Call your health care provider if

  


What to expect at your health care provider's office

  


 
Review Date: 10/28/2008
Reviewd By: Michael Lehrer, M.D., Department of Dermatology, University of Pennsylvania Medical Center, Philadelphia, PA. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network. Also reviewed by David Zieve, MD, MHA, Medical Director, A.D.A.M., Inc.
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