Diet and Pemphigus
November 1998
in “
Archives of dermatology
”
Studysummary This article discusses the potential role of nutritional ingredients, such as thiols and tannins, in triggering pemphigus, and reports no new empirical findings.
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Individuals genetically predisposed to pemphigus developed the disease only when additional factors were present, though these factors were unknown. Certain drugs (penicillamine, captopril, and rifampicin) were recognized as triggers. The study suggested that some nutrients with similar chemical compositions to these drugs might also act as triggers. Nutritional factors, including components found in fruit, leaves, roots, seeds, and water, were suspected. Potential causative candidates included thiol, thiocyanate, phenols, and tannins. Eliminating these inciting ingredients could be crucial for managing the disease.
