Affected people develop increasing disfigurement following any intermittent exposure to sunlight. There may be a family history of xeroderma pigmentosa. Treatment Children with this condition require total protection from sunlight. In addition, light coming through window glass and light from fluorescent bulbs is also dangerous. When some sunlight exposure cannot be avoided, protective clothing should cover most of the skin surface.
Most affected people die of malignancy before adulthood.
Complications disfigurement basal cell tumors squamous cell tumors malignant melanoma Calling Your Health Care Provider Call for an appointment with your health care provider if you or your child has symptoms of xeroderma pigmentosa. Prevention Genetic counseling is recommended for prospective parents with a family history of xeroderma pigmentosa. The information provided herein should not be used for diagnosis or treatment of any medical condition. A licensed physician should be consulted for diagnosis and treatment of any and all medical conditions. Inc. Any duplication or distribution of the information contained herein is strictly prohibited.