Researchers have developed a new spray for treating severely painful blisters, mouth ulceration and oral scarring in patients with a rare genetic skin condition called Epidermolysis Bullosa (EB). EB causes the skin of the affected individual to blister and tear at the slightest touch. The symptoms of this condition are open wounds and sores where fragile skin is damaged and severe scarring where wounds heal. The condition is painful when internal linings such as inside the mouth are damaged, making eating and teeth brushing extremely difficult. Scarring inside the mouth can also affect the development of muscles and other tissue.

The researchers have said that the development of this spray may be a giant step towards alleviating the constant pain and discomfort faced by EB patients daily. The combination of delivery and use of treatments reducing fibrosis may allow the patient to eat properly for the first time and maintain basic dental hygiene as well.