Xeroderma Pigmentosum

Definition

Xeroderma pigmentosum is a hereditary disease characterized by extreme photosensitivity and skin cancer risk, resulting from DNA repair mechanism failure.

Symptoms

  • Extreme sun sensitivity
  • Frequency skin cancers
  • Photophobia
  • Neurological disorders

Reasons

DNA repair gene mutations.

Diagnosis

Clinical findings, genetic testing.

Treatment

Sun protection, cancer screening.

Which Polyclinic Should You Apply To?

Dermatology Polyclinic

What to Do in an Emergency?

In case of symptoms of skin cancer, emergency services should be sought.

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