Oral Pathology & Microbiology • NEET MDS
Pemphigus = INTRAepithelial split = fishnet IgG pattern.
Pemphigoid = SUBepithelial split = linear IgG at BMZ.
Tzanck cells = Pemphigus.
Nikolsky sign = both.
Pemphigus vulgaris most common type.
Direct immunofluorescence diagnostic.
Pemphigoid has tense blisters.
Pemphigus has flaccid blisters.
Desmoglein 3 antibodies = Pemphigus vulgaris.
Use these mnemonics during your revision. The key associations above are designed to help you recall Pemphigus vs Pemphigoid concepts instantly during the exam. Focus on the “equals” associations — these are the most commonly tested patterns in NEET MDS.