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Papillon Lefevre Syndrome

Papillon-Lefèvre syndrome (PLS) is an extremely rare genetic disorder that typically becomes apparent from approximately one to five years of age. PLS is characterized by the development of dry scaly patches on the skin of the palms and the soles.

Posted September 23, 2022 by Anusha ‐ 3 min read

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Kallmann Syndrome

Kallmann syndrome is a condition that’s characterized by absent or delayed puberty and a lack or loss of sense of smell. Kallmann syndrome may be accompanied by other symptoms, including hearing loss and cleft palate. The condition is typically treated with hormone replacement therapy.

Posted September 23, 2022 by Anusha ‐ 2 min read

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Peutz Jeghers Syndrome

Peutz-Jeghers syndrome (PJS) is a condition where people develop characteristic polyps and dark-colored spots and have an increased risk of certain types of cancer.

Posted September 23, 2022 by Anusha ‐ 2 min read

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Congenital Erythropoietic Porphyria

Congenital erythropoietic porphyria (CEP) is a very rare inherited metabolic disorder resulting from the deficient function of the enzyme uroporphyrinogen III synthase (UROS), the fourth enzyme in the heme biosynthetic pathway.

Posted September 23, 2022 by Anusha ‐ 3 min read

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Stevens Jhonson Syndrome

Stevens-Johnson syndrome (SJS) and toxic epidermal necrolysis (TEN) are serious skin conditions that cause your skin to develop rashes, blisters, and then peel. Your mucus membranes, including your eyes, genitalia and mouth, are also affected.

Posted September 23, 2022 by Anusha ‐ 2 min read

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