Erythropoietic Protoporphyria treatment in Mérida

Erythropoietic protoporphyria is a rare hereditary disorder within the group of porphyrias, in which certain substances build up in the body and the skin becomes especially sensitive to sunlight.

How it presents: After sun exposure, burning, redness, swelling or discomfort in the skin may appear, which tend to develop relatively quickly.

Origin: It is caused by a genetic alteration that affects the production of a component related to blood formation and the skin's handling of light.

Who treats it? The dermatologist and the hematologist are the specialists who study this type of condition. If the skin reacts intensely and unusually to the sun, it is advisable to discuss it with a professional who can provide guidance.