Xeroderma pigmentosa
Symptoms & Signs
- Sunburn that does not heal after just a little bit of sun exposure
- Blistering after just a little bit of sun exposure
- Spider-like blood vessels under the skin
- Patches of discolored skin that get worse
- Crusting of the skin
- Scaling of the skin
- Oozing raw skin surface
- Discomfort when being in bright light (photophobia)
Diagnosis & Tests
The doctor will perform a physical exam and ask if you have a family history of xeroderma pigmentosa. An eye exam may show: The following tests can help diagnose the condition in a baby before the birth: The following tests can help diagnose the disorder after the birth of the child:
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