What is pseudoxanthoma elasticum?
Pseudoxanthoma elasticum is a condition characterized by calcium and mineral deposits within the elastic fibers of the connective tissue. Elastic fiber allows for strength and flexibility within the organ and tissue structures. The deposits may look like yellowish bumps on the skin.
How do members experience pseudoxanthoma elasticum?
Top 5 symptoms reported by people with pseudoxanthoma elasticum*
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Fatigue
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Depressed mood
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Nothing reported yet
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Anxious mood
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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 pseudoxanthoma elasticum*
Who has pseudoxanthoma elasticum on PatientsLikeMe?
| Age | Proportion | # of patients |
|---|---|---|
| <20 | 1 | |
| 20s | 1 | |
| 30s | 2 | |
| 40s | 3 | |
| 50s | 2 | |
| 60s | 0 | |
| 70+ | 1 |
Distribution of sex
| Sex | Proportion | # of patients |
|---|---|---|
| Male | 4 | |
| Female | 7 |