What is the epidermolysis of Bullosa?

epidermolysis bullosa (EB) is a medical name given by a genetic disorder that causes the skin to become very fragile. This disorder is caused by a change in deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA). The genes that control the way the skin grows is mutated and the skin becomes very fragile and prone to blisters. Epidermolysis bullosa is inherited and may come from one or both parents. Two healthy parents can pass two mutated genes per child, one of each parent or one parent who is affected, can pass on a mutated gene per child. The disorder may affect both sexes and will be present from birth. Bullosa epidermolysis may not represent symptoms later in life. Although there are three different types of disorder, these heads remain the same. In some types of disorders, there may also be irregularities in the inner lining of the skin and the cornea of ​​the eye.

The most common form of epidermolysis Bullosa is eb siMlex . Almost all EB Simplex cases have a hereditary cause. The fragility of the skin most often affects the limbs such as hands and legs. CLISHING can occur anywhere on the skin due to friction, such as a bracelet or bra. The epidermolysis Bullosa also experiences increased symptoms when they are exposed to heat.

Almost 10% of people suffering from Bullosa epidermolysis has a junctional form of disorder. If this type of disorder is severe, skin loss is the main problem. Children born with this type of epidermolysis Bullosa have a life expectancy for two years.

The third type of epidermolysje Bullosa is known as dystrophic eb . If this disorder is severe, then the scarring of the skin will reduce healing. Due to heavy blisters in the mouth, eating is very difficult. Complications that may arise from heavy dystrophic EB include skin cancer.

There is currently no known cure for Bullosa epidermolysis. However, there are treatments for the veilMore forms of disorder that can help improve the quality of life suffering. Most other treatments take the form of wound dressing to help in healing and prevent further scarring.