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Porphyria physical examination
Introduction
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Overview
Overview
Physical Examination
Physical Examination
Appearance
The patient is dehydrated.
Vitals
Skin
- Dry skin – because of dehydration
- Yellow discoloration skin may be seen – jaundice
Extremities
- Reddish appearance of fingernails in cutaneous porphyrias – due to accumulation of heme precursors.
Neurologic
References
References
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