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Symptoms of PORPHYRIA CUTANEOUS TARDA


Porphyria cutaneous tarda results in the development of chronic photosensitivity. The exposed skin, commonly on the face, neck and backs of the hands, becomes fragile. Vesicles develop which may rupture. They are slow to heal. Areas of damaged skin may develop increased growth of hair and often appears with darker pigmentation than the normal skin. The skin may also become scared and indurated.



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Medical Content Last Updated on 07/12/2008

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