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Porphyria

Definition

Porphyria is a disorder caused by a change in the amount of porphyrins (nitrogen-containing substances) found in the blood. This can cause abdominal pain, skin lesions, light sensitivity, anemia, and neurological changes.

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Review Date : 6/2/2003
Reviewed By : Scott Howard, M.D., M.S., Department of Pediatric Hematology/Oncology, St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, Memphis, TN. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.

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