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epidermolysis bullosa, dominant dystrophic, epidermolysis bullosa, dystrophic, junctional epidermolysis bullosa, dystrophic epidermolysis bullosa, hemidesmosomal epidermolysis bullosa, weber-cockayne syndrome, epidermolysis bullosa, group of inherited disorders where skin blisters develop in response to minor trauma, four main types of epidermolysis bullosa, epidermolysis bullosa simplex, junctional epidermolysis bullosa, dystrophic epidermolysis bullosa, hemidesmosomal epidermolysis bullosa, another rare type of epidermolysis bullosa, epidermolysis bullosa acquisita, an autoimmune disorder, indistinguishable from another autoimmune skin disorder, mucous membrane pemphigoid, depending on the type present, epidermolysis bullosa, in severity from minor blistering, the skin to a lethal form involving other organs, condition generally starts at birth, soon after, epidermolysis bullosa aquisita, appears in adults over age 50, it has been reported in children, mild cases of epidermolysis bullosa simplex, remain undiagnosed, adulthood, classification of epidermolysis bullosa is complicated, the main types mentioned, many different subtypes of this condition, weber-cockayne, most common form of epidermolysis bullosa simplex, type involves blistering, the palms, soles, excessive sweating, the different types of epidermolysis bullosa, generally inherited, having a family history, an affected parent, risk factor, inheritance pattern dominant, recessive, a dominant form means that an offspring, inherit the gene, trait, one affected parent, recessive form means that both parents must carry a gene, transmit that gene, offspring in order, the infant, child to be affected, recessive forms of epidermolysis bullosa tend to be more severe, hallmark of these conditions, formation of large, fluid-filled blisters that develop in response to minor trauma, infants, have large blisters at birth, others start shortly after birth, chafing, wearing away, the skin, rubbing, increased room temperature, blisters to form, severe forms, scarring after blister formation, deformities, fusion, the fingers, toes, contracture deformities, fingers, elbows, knees, mouth, esophagus, involved, blistering, scarring lead to feeding, swallowing difficulties, secondary infection is common, symptoms depend on the type of epidermolysis bullosa, blistering, the skin, a result of minor trauma, temperature change, blistering present at birth, nail loss, deformed nails, blistering in, around the mouth, throat, causing feeding difficulty, swallowing difficulty, blistering around the eyes, nose, a hoarse cry, cough, respiratory difficulties, dental abnormalities tooth decay, alopecia, hair loss, milia, tiny white bumps, pimples, epidermolysis bullosa acquisita, an association, crohn's disease, an inflammatory bowel disease, lupus, symptoms of these conditions present, in adults who present, type of epidermolysis bullosa, physician, suspect epidermolysis bullosa based upon the appearance, the skin, a skin biopsy, genetic testing, special microscopic tests applied, skin samples, needed to confirm the diagnosis, special skin tests also distinguish epidermolysis bullosa acquisita presenting, child, does happen on rare occasion, from other forms of epidermolysis bullosa, a blood test, anemia, wounds, healing poorly, a culture, check, bacterial infection, swallowing, feeding difficulties, upper endoscopy, an upper gi series performed, in an infant, epidermolysis bullosa, suspected epidermolysis bullosa, growth curves, followed very closely, contractures, range of motion of limbs, goal of treatment, prevent the formation of blisters, subsequent complications, intensity of care depends upon the severity, recommendations often include measures to avoid skin trauma, to avoid high environmental temperatures, prevent infection, excellent skin care, any blistered areas, become crusted, denuded, exposed, raw, follow the instructions of health care provider closely, recommendations might include regular whirlpool therapy, application of topical antibiotics to these wound-like areas, let know, a bandage, dressing, swallowing difficulties, use of oral steroids, short periods of time, long term use of steroids, epidermolysis bullosa, not recommended, candida is present, in the mouth, esophagus, secondary infection would be, good dental hygiene is very important, regular dental visits, best to be followed by a dentist, experience treating those, epidermolysis bullosa, proper nutrition is also important, skin injury is extensive, increased calorie, protein intake necessary to help recovery, work closely, a nutritionist, blisters, complications, in the mouth, esophagus, hard, brittle foods, pretzles, nuts, chips, avoided, eating soft foods, prevent worsening of these lesions, working, a physical therapist, maintain the range of motion of involved joint areas, minimize contractures, skin grafting, denuded, ulcerated areas, the skin necessary, surgical procedures, complications of epidermolysis bullosa might be recommended, such surgeries include dilation, the esophagus, a stricture, narrowing, repair of hand deformities, removal of squamous cell carcinoma lesions, they develop, treatments under investigation, epidermolysis bullosa include protein, gene therapy, epidermolysis bullosa acquisita treated, oral steroids, medication that suppresses the immune system, increase the risk of secondary infection, particularly the latter drug category, studies using interferon, underway, outcome depends on the severity, the illness, mild forms of epidermolysis bullosa improve, scarring from several types of epidermolysis bullosa, restrict mobility significantly, impair daily activities, lethal forms, the epidermolysis bullosa have a very high mortality rate, complications section, infection, sepsis, esophageal stricture, periodontal disease, loss of function, hands, feet, eye disorders, blindness, muscular dystrophy, severe malnutrition secondary to feeding difficulty, failure to thrive, anemia, squamous cell skin cancer, someone, epidermolysis bullosa survives childhood, metastatic squamous cell cancer, the skin, most common cause of death, skin cancer occurs in those, recessively inherited dystrophic epidermolysis bullosa, epidermolysis bullosa often develop this skin cancer between the ages of 15, skin cancer, occur anywhere on the skin, in other words, unlike the general public, not more likely to happen in sun-exposed areas, death, death rate, 87%, in the first year of life, infants, the lethal form of junctional epidermolysis bullosa, dominantly inherited simplex, dystrophic epidermolysis bullosa, mild forms of junctional epidermolysis bullosa, not lessen life expectancy at, infant exhibits any blistering shortly after birth call health care provider, family history of epidermolysis bullosa, further interaction, a genetic counselor appropriate, genetic counseling, prospective parents, a family history of any form of epidermolysis bullosa, pregnancy, chorionic villus sampling to test the fetus is available, couples at high risk of having an offspring, epidermolysis bullosa, week 8-10, the pregnancy, speak, obstetrician, genetic counselor, prevent skin trauma, blistering, help to wear padding around trauma-prone areas, elbows, knees, ankles, buttocks, contact sports, avoided, patients, epidermolysis bullosa acquisita who, on steroids, longer than one month, require calcium, vitamin d supplements, prevent osteoporosis.