Pemphigus vulgaris __________.
A)is characterized by a loss of epidermal cell-cell adhesion
B)is an autoimmune disease
C)is characterized by severe blistering of the skin
D)is caused by the production of antibodies against one of the desmogleins
E)All of these are correct.

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Pemphigus vulgaris is characterized by a loss of epidermal cell-cell adhesion, is an autoimmune disease, and is characterized by severe blistering of the skin. It is caused by the production of antibodies against one of the desmogleins, which are proteins involved in cell-cell adhesion.

Pemphigus Vulgaris __________