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A form of porphyria caused by a deficiency in the enzyme ferrochelatase. It manifests largely in the red blood cells, which accumulate large amounts of protoporphyrin. Clinically it presents with photosensitivity felt after a short period of sun-exposure; uncommonly, patients develop liver disease as a result of protoporphyrin accumulation.
Also: Erythropoietic Protoporphyria
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"...hepatitis B virus, candida albicans, streptococcal bacteria), collagen vascular diseases, autoimmune diseases or other metabolic disorders, cancer, psychological, hypothyroidism, polycythemia vera, protoporphyria (even without excessive sun exposure)..."
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Last updated: Aug 15, 2009
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