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New funding scheme will make E6m available for health research
Irish Medical News - Dublin,Ireland
Research teams investigating common and rare diseases such as cancer, retinitis
pigmentosa (a form of blindness), epidermolysis bullosa (a rare skin ...
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DISCLAIMER
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from links of EB Websites, Personal Pages, etc. We are simply just trying
to spread awareness of Epidermolysis Bullosa. We are not medically
qualified in EB, but are simply offering information that can be discussed
with your doctor with the hopes that it improves the care and quality of
life for EB patients and parents. The above information was attained
from the Debra website for a general description of EB. You will find much
more detailed information at www.debra.org.
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Information gathered from www.debra.org
Epidermolysis bullosa (EB) is a rare genetic disease characterized by the presence of extremely fragile
skin and recurrent blister formation, resulting from minor mechanical friction or trauma. This condition is
not contagious.
An estimated 2 out of every 100,000 live births are affected with some type of EB. The disorder occurs in
every racial and ethnic group throughout the world and affects both sexes equally.
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Most forms of EB are inherited although it may also rarely arise as an acquired, autoimmune, bullous
disease known as EB Aquisita. Our focus is on the inherited forms of EB, each of which range from mild to
severe and can require major adjustments in the lifestyle of both the EB patient and his or her family.
There are three main forms of inherited EB: EB Simplex, Junctional EB and Dystrophic EB. These
different subtypes are defined by the depth of blister location within the skin layers.
Blister formation of EB simplex is within the epidermis. Sometimes EB simplex is called epidermolytic.
Blister formation in Junctional EB is seen at the level of the lamina lucida within the basement membrane
zone. Dystrophic EB or dermolytic EB is a scarring form of EB which occurs in the deeper tissue at the level
the lamina densa or upper dermis.
In severe EB, blisters are not confined to the outer skin. They may develop on the soft tissues (mucous
membranes) inside the body such as the linings of the mouth, esophagus, stomach, intestines, lungs,
bladder and genitals. The extent of tissue involvement experienced by an individual is usually determined
by the severity of the disease and the subtype present.
Learn more about EB @ www.debra.org such as:
Testing for EB
How is Epidermolysis Bullosa Inherited?
How is EB Treated?
Support Groups
You may contact DebRA of America with questions or concerns:
Madeline Weiner, RN
EB Nurse Educator
866-332-7276
debra.nurse@mindspring.com
www.debra.org
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*Please note that all medical information given by DebRA is for informational purposes only. Our
information is not intended to substitute the care and guidance given by a qualified physician. All
regimens of care should be discussed with the patient's physician. Always check with your physician prior to
starting any medications or treatment regimens.

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