Porphyria cutanea tarda history and symptoms
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Overview
Overview
History and Symptoms
History and Symptoms
When signs and symptoms occur, they usually begin in adulthood and result from the skin becoming overly sensitive to sunlight. Areas of skin exposed to the sun develop severe blistering, scarring, changes in pigmentation, and increased hair growth. Exposed skin becomes fragile and is easily damaged. People with porphyria cutanea tarda also have increased iron levels in the liver. They face a higher risk of developing abnormal liver function and liver cancer.[1]
References
References
- ↑ Fracanzani AL, Taioli E, Sampietro M, Fatta E, Bertelli C, Fiorelli G, Fargion S (2001). “Liver cancer risk is increased in patients with porphyria cutanea tarda in comparison to matched control patients with chronic liver disease”. J Hepatol. 35 (4): 498–503. PMID 11682034.
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