Pseudoporphyria in Adult
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Synopsis
![Pseudoporphyria : Bilateral distribution, Flaccid bullae, Tense bullae, Atrophic scar, Sun-exposed distribution, Tense vesicles](/visualdx/sympticonswm/2857.png?r=1fdb69a28)
While commonly associated with NSAIDs, antibiotics, and diuretics with sulfa moieties, pseudoporphyria can also be seen in chronic renal failure (with or without hemodialysis) and with ultraviolet A (UVA) exposure such as tanning beds, psoralen plus UVA (PUVA) therapy, and excessive natural sun. Pseudoporphyria has also been reported in patients taking over-the-counter chlorophyll-containing supplements. Patients may be reluctant to admit to supplement use unless asked directly about green liquid supplements, green smoothie drinks or green superfoods, or chlorophyll specifically.
Codes
E80.20 – Unspecified porphyria
SNOMEDCT:
95565000 – Pseudoporphyria
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Last Updated:06/30/2022
![A medical illustration showing key findings of Pseudoporphyria : Bilateral distribution, Flaccid bullae, Tense bullae, Atrophic scar, Sun-exposed distribution, Tense vesicles](/visualdx/sympticonswm/2857.png?r=1fdb69a28)