Health Dictionary
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Pseudoxanthoma elasticum primary prevention
Introduction
Overview
Overview
- Calcium restriction – This has been earlier postulated to have a positive influence on PXE by reducing the extent of mineralization.[1]
- Combat sports are prohibited to reduce facial trauma which may lead to the development of angioid streaks and retinal hemorrhages.
- Avoidance of risk factors for atherosclerosis such as smoking. Diabetes mellitus and hypertension should be well controlled.
- Avoid ASA, NSAIDs, and other hypocoagulable medications that increase the risk of mucosal bleeding.
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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]; Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Ayokunle Olubaniyi, M.B,B.S [2]