What is epidermolysis bullosa simplex?
Epidermolysis bullosa simplex is an inherited (genetic) condition that cause the skin to be very fragile and to blister easily. It is usually confined to the hands and feet. With aging, the palms and soles of the feet thicken and harden.
How do members experience epidermolysis bullosa simplex?
Top 5 symptoms reported by people with epidermolysis bullosa simplex*
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Stress
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Nothing reported yet
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Pain
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Nothing reported yet
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Anxious mood
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Nothing reported yet
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Fatigue
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Nothing reported yet
*Reports may be affected by other conditions and/or medication side effects. We ask about general symptoms (anxious mood, depressed mood, fatigue, pain, and stress) regardless of condition.
Top treatments taken by people for epidermolysis bullosa simplex*
Who has epidermolysis bullosa simplex on PatientsLikeMe?
| Age | Proportion | # of patients |
|---|---|---|
| <20 | 1 | |
| 20s | 3 | |
| 30s | 4 | |
| 40s | 6 | |
| 50s | 3 | |
| 60s | 2 | |
| 70+ | 0 |
Distribution of sex
| Sex | Proportion | # of patients |
|---|---|---|
| Male | 8 | |
| Female | 12 |