Pathology · single question
A case describes mucous membrane pemphigoid. To which specialist should you refer this patient?
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Correct answer: C. Ophthalmologist
- A. While rheumatology manages many autoimmune conditions, the critical specialist for MMP specifically is ophthalmology due to blinding ocular complications.
- B. MMP does not have a primary cardiac component.
- C. Mucous membrane pemphigoid (MMP) can cause cicatricial (scarring) conjunctivitis leading to BLINDNESS if untreated. Ocular involvement is present in up to 70% of cases. Ophthalmology referral is mandatory to monitor for and prevent permanent vision loss.
- D. MMP has no endocrine component — endocrinology would not be the appropriate referral.