Bebe Collodion syndrome
Overview
A rare birth abnormality where an infant is born covered in a tight, yellow, shiny membrane. The membrane peels off and may reform several times. As the membrane dries it can leave crack which can result in infection, dehydration or inability to control body temperature. The tight skin can also affect breathing and feeding ability or impair blood supply to limbs. In mild cases the underlying skin may be normal. 10% of cases resolve themselves within a few weeks of birth.
Symptoms
* Premature birth * Tight yellow shiny film on skin * Infection * Feeding problems * Breathing problems
Diagnosis
* Premature birth * Tight yellow shiny film on skin * Infection * Feeding problems * Breathing problems * Everted lower eyelid * Difficulty regulating temperature * Dehydration * Everted lips * Scaly skin * Peeling skin