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Ankylobelpharon-ectodermal dysplasia-clefting syndrome

This is a specific genetic syndrome distinguished by the fusion of the eyelids (ankyloblepharon), cleft lip/palate, and ectodermal defects, in addition to skin fragility.

Bullous congenital icthyosiform erythoderma

This form of ichthyosis presents at birth with erythroderma and blistering, but the predominant feature becomes hyperkeratosis and scaling as the child ages, unlike the primary blistering of EB.

Gunther disease

Also known as congenital erythropoietic porphyria, this is a metabolic disorder of porphyrin synthesis, distinguished by red-colored urine, photosensitivity, and hemolytic anemia.

Icthyosis bullosa of Siemens

This is a superficial form of epidermolytic ichthyosis, distinguished by its characteristic "molting" or peeling of grayish scale, a feature not seen in EB.

Mendes da Costa syndrome

Also known as erythrodermia with palmoplantar keratoderma, it is distinguished by the prominent thickening of palms and soles, which is not a defining feature of all EB types.

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