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Porphyria Cutanea Tarda
Medical Questions » Porphyria Cutanea Tarda
| Name: Porphyria Cutanea Tarda |
| Also known as: Latent Hepatic Porphyria |
| The most common form of porphyria, which are a group of liver diseases. |
Causes of Porphyria Cutanea Tarda
Usually inherited, but may be triggered by some poisons. Occurs in all races but is more common amongst the Bantu tribes of Africa. |
Symptoms of Porphyria Cutanea Tarda
Skin that is very sensitive to sunlight, with skin thickening and pigmentation occurring in sun exposed areas such as the face and forearms. The urine turns a dark purple color, then brown, if left standing. Occurs in varying degrees of severity from so mild that it is undetected to a rapidly fatal form. |
Tests for Porphyria Cutanea Tarda
Diagnosed by special blood tests. |
Treatment for Porphyria Cutanea Tarda
Treatment involves careful genetic counseling of families and the use of a complex drug regime.
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Complications of Porphyria Cutanea Tarda of its treatment
Liver damage, which may progress to liver failure or liver cancer (hepatoma). |
Likely Outcome of Porphyria Cutanea Tarda
May be controlled, but not cured. Rarely fatal. |
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