[zîŕō-dûŕmə]
(n.)Excessive or abnormal dryness of the skin, as in ichthyosis.
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Xeroderma - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Xeroderma (literally " dry skin ") is a condition involving the integumentary system, which in most cases can safely be treated with emollients and/or moisturizers. Xeroderma occurs most commonly o...
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Xeroderma pigmentosum - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Xeroderma pigmentosa , or XP, is an autosomal recessive genetic disorder of DNA repair in which the ability to repair damage caused by ultraviolet (UV) light is deficient. : 574 This disorder le...
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Overview: Xeroderma pigmentosum (XP) was first described in 1874 by Hebra and Kaposi. In 1882, Kaposi coined the term xeroderma pigmentosum for the condition, referring to its characteristic dry, pigmented skin. ... Xeroderma pigmentosum (XP) was first described in 1874 by Hebra and Kaposi. In 1882, Kaposi coined the...
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Overview: Xeroderma pigmentosum (XP) is a group of rare autosomal-recessive inherited disorders characterized by extreme skin sensitivity to ultraviolet (UV) light, abnormal skin pigmentation, and high frequency of skin cancers, especially on sun-exposed skin. ... Xeroderma pigmentosum is a multisystem disorder;
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Welcome to The Xeroderma Pigmentosum (XP) Society ... Learn about xeroderma pigmentosum (XP) , a rare genetic disease, and about the Xeroderma Pigmentosum Society (XPS), dedicated to helping XP families, patients and those afflicted with similar life-threatening sun-sensitivity disorders.
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But in persons with xeroderma pigmentosa, the body does not fix the damage. As a result, the skin gets very thin and patches of varying color (splotchy pigmentation) appear. ... The doctor will perform a physical exam and ask if you have a family history of xeroderma pigmentosa.
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Xeroderma pigmentosa Information from Drugs.com ... But in persons with xeroderma pigmentosa, the body does not fix the damage. As a result, the skin gets very thin and patches of varying color (splotchy pigmentation) appear.
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Xeroderma pigmentosum information including symptoms, diagnosis, misdiagnosis, treatment, causes, patient stories, videos, forums, prevention, and prognosis. ... Symptoms of Xeroderma pigmentosum...
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