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What exactly is Epidermolysis Bullosa?

Epidermolysis bullosa (EB) is a group of rare diseases that cause the skin to blister easily. Epidermolysis bullosa causes blisters, which quickly burst and leave slow-healing wounds like the one on this baby's knee. The skin blisters because it's so fragile.

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  • Skin that blisters easily.
  • Blisters on the hands and soles of the feet.
  • Thickened skin that may be scarred or change color over time.
  • Thickening of the skin and nail.

Teenagers and adults with certain types of epidermolysis bullosa are at increased risk of a type of skin cancer called squamous cell carcinoma. Death. Infants with severe junctional epidermolysis bullosa are at high risk of infections and loss of body fluids from widespread blistering.

EB is caused by a faulty gene (gene mutation) that makes skin more fragile. A child with EB might have inherited the faulty gene from a parent who also has EB. Or they might have inherited the faulty gene from both parents who are just "carriers" but don't have EB themselves.

It's not possible to prevent epidermolysis bullosa. But these steps may help prevent blisters and infection. Handle your child gently. Your infant or child needs cuddling, but be very gentle.

Most types of this condition start at birth or soon after. It can be hard to identify the exact type of EB a person has, although specific genetic markers are now available for most. Family history is a risk factor. The risk is higher if a parent has this condition.

How is it diagnosed?

How is it diagnosed?

As of today, there is no cure for EB. There are, however, a lot of treatments that can improve the quality of life for people with EB. Bandaging can help healing, prevent infections, and protect skin from injury. A healthy diet consisting of extra calories and protein can help the skin heal.

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How is it treated?

Treatment for acute myeloid leukemia is vital. It varies with the patient and stage of the disease. Treatment options include

Performing a skin biopsy and reviewing the tissue sample using special microscopic techniques, which helps doctors identify which layers of the skin are affected and determine the type of epidermolysis bullosa you have. Ordering genetic testing to identify specifically which gene mutations you may have.

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