Peeling skin syndrome

Peeling skin syndrome – a genetic disorder characterized by constant peeling of the skin.

• the disease appears from birth or in the first year of life
• lasts a lifetime
• a very rare disease that, according to available data, affects men and women equally

Сlinical symptoms

It occurs most often:

• constant skin peeling, flaking
• there is no soreness or unpleasant sensations when peeling the skin
• the skin is dry
• the skin may become scaly, reminiscent of fish skin
• peeling can be triggered by sunburn, sweat, mechanical damage, etc

Localization

possible skin changes on the whole body or only on the extremities

• in the case of a widespread form in the newborn, other immune system and metabolic disorders often appear together, which often results in the patients not surviving
• in the case of a localized form, the lesions can be of very different degrees, so some affected individuals remain undiagnosed

other related changes:

• short height
• disturbed puberty

Diagnostics

Patient survey and examination data are very important for diagnosis. However, a skin biopsy is required to confirm the diagnosis, and blood and urine tests can also help.

Treatment

The doctor makes the most appropriate treatment plan for each patient. General measures: skin protection against any damage, irritation.

For treatment can be used:

• various moisturizing creams with urea
• calcipotriol creams are applied
• oral retinoids
• sometimes antiallergic (antihistamine) drugs

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