An autosomal dominant or acquired porphyria due to a deficiency of uroporphyrinogen decarboxylase in the LIVER. It is characterized by photosensitivity and cutaneous lesions with little or no neurologic symptoms. Type I is the acquired form and is strongly associated with liver diseases and hepatic toxicities caused by alcohol or estrogenic steroids. Type II is the familial form.


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