Tag: skin integrity

  • Localized Epidermolysis Bullosa

    Localized Epidermolysis Bullosa Definition and Description of Localized Epidermolysis Bullosa Localized Epidermolysis Bullosa (LEB) is a genetic skin disorder characterized by the formation of blisters and erosions in response to minor trauma or friction. This condition primarily affects the upper layers of the skin, specifically the epidermis, leading to fragile skin that is prone to…

  • EB

    Understanding Epidermolysis Bullosa (EB) Definition and Description of EB Epidermolysis Bullosa (EB) is a rare genetic disorder characterized by fragile skin that blisters easily in response to minor injuries, heat, or friction. The condition results from mutations in genes responsible for producing proteins that help anchor the layers of skin together. This leads to a…

  • Bullosa Hereditaria

    Bullosa Hereditaria Definition and Description of Bullosa Hereditaria Bullosa Hereditaria, also known as Epidermolysis Bullosa (EB), is a group of rare genetic skin disorders characterized by fragile skin that blisters easily. The term refers to a set of inherited conditions where mutations in specific genes cause the skin to be unable to withstand normal friction…