Peeling skin syndrome 2 is a skin disorder characterized by painless peeling of the top layer of skin. In this form of peeling skin syndrome, the peeling is most apparent on the hands and feet. Occasionally, peeling also occurs on the arms and legs. The peeling usually starts soon after birth, although the condition can also begin in childhood or later in life.
Skin peeling is made worse by exposure to heat, humidity and other forms of moisture, and friction. The underlying skin may be temporarily red and itchy, but it typically heals without scarring. Peeling skin syndrome 2 is not associated with any other health problems.
Inheritance Pattern
Autosomal recessive
Other Names
Acral peeling skin syndrome; APSS; Peeling skin syndrome, acral type
Related Genetics Topics
- TGM5 — MedlinePlus Genetics
Identifiers
- GTR: C1853354
- MeSH: D003873
- OMIM: 609796
- SNOMED CT: 709416009
Source: MedlinePlus Genetics, U.S. National Library of Medicine.
