Pemphigus, skin, H&E, low power photomicrograph
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On the left of the photomicrograph, one can see the separation of the epidermis from the dermis, to form a bullae, or blister. Typically, in pemphigus, there is a basal layer of epithelial cells that remains. This can be more clearly seen on higher magnification.