In this Article

• What is pseudoxanthoma elasticum?
• How is pseudoxanthoma elasticum inherited?
• What are symptoms of pseudoxanthoma elasticum?
• What is the treatment for patients with pseudoxanthoma elasticum?
• Pseudoxanthoma Elasticum At A Glance
• Pseudoxanthoma Elasticum Glossary
• Pseudoxanthoma Elasticum Index

What is the treatment for patients with pseudoxanthoma elasticum?

There is no cure for PXE. Treatment of patients with PXE involves monitoring organ function and consequences of the effects of the weakened elastin fibers in the body as well as measures to prevent injury and promote overall health.

Pseudoxanthoma Elasticum At A Glance

• Pseudoxanthoma elasticum (PXE) is a rare disorder of degeneration of the elastic fibers.
• PXE is inherited from the parents.
• PXE typically causes yellow-white small raised areas in the skin folds (flexure areas).
• PXE can affect areas of the body other than the skin.
• Treatment of PXE involves monitoring by the doctor and measures to prevent injury and promote overall health.

For further information about Pseudoxanthoma Elasticum, please visit the following site: PXE International: Pseudoxanthoma Elasticum.

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