Oireachtas Joint and Select Committees

Wednesday, 28 February 2024

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Health

Health Services for People with Epidermolysis Bullosa: Discussion

Dr. Rosemarie Watson:

It limits people, particular those with more severe EB. As regards sunlight, their skin is much thinner than ours in areas, so that is something they would have to protect against. Heat vastly increases the blistering, especially when someone is under heavy bandages. That can be extremely uncomfortable. Extreme cold or wind can cause burning sensations on the skin. I am trying to think if there are any other environmental-----

Comments

No comments

Log in or join to post a public comment.