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Porphyria is a group of disorders that affect the nervous system, skin, or both. Porphyria is often an inherited condition that causes blistering, itching, and swelling of the skin. Treatment of porphyria may include avoiding triggers, receiving heme, taking medication, or having blood drawn to reduce iron levels in the body.

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Terms related to Porphyria:

  • Congenital Erythropoietic Porphyria
  • Porphyria Cutanea Tarda
  • Hepatoerythropoietic Porphyria
  • Hereditary Coproporphyria
  • Erythropoietic Protoporphyria
  • Acute Porphyria
  • ALAD Porphyria
  • Acute Intermittent Porphyria
  • Cutaneous Porphyria
  • Variegate Porphyria