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When Touch Hurts: Early Signs of Butterfly Skin Disease in Babies

Episode Summary

Epidermolysis Bullosa, or Butterfly Skin Disease, causes fragile skin and painful blistering in babies from the slightest touch. Learn the early warning signs parents must recognize. Read more at https://nobabyblisters.org/#whatiseb

Episode Notes

Welcome back, everyone. Today we're talking about something that's really important for parents and caregivers to know about—Epidermolysis Bullosa, or EB, sometimes called Butterfly Skin Disease. If you've ever noticed unusual blistering on a newborn's skin, this conversation is gonna be essential. I'm joined by a guest who's deeply familiar with this condition. Thanks for being here. No Baby Blisters City: Colorado Springs Address: 731 Chapel Hills Drive Website: https://nobabyblisters.org/