Question 1

what is xeroderma pigmentosum?

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Xeroderma pigmentosu: Xeroderma pigmentosum is a condition which makes people very sensitive to the sun (uv rays). It can cause severe sun burning & freckling of skin.  It is called xeroderma because it can dry the skin out and pigmentosum because there is added skin pigment.  It can affect the eyes and may be associated with a number of other symptoms.

Question 2

how could xeroderma pigmentosum be cured?

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No cure: As far as i know there is no cure for this disease.  The treatment primarily involves avoiding all uv exposure including sunlight.  It is a genetic disase and very rare.

Question 3

what is the relation between the nature and symptoms of xeroderma pigmentosum and ataxia telangiectasia ?

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Deficiency in some : part of cell  mechanisms that detect &amp; repair damage to  DNA molecules that encode their genome  occur in 5 inherited diseases: ataxia-telangiectasia (AT),  Fanconi anemia, Bloom syndrome,  Cockayne syndrome &amp; Xeroderma Pigmentosum (XP).7 different  mutant repair genes cause XP; types A, C, D &amp; E are on Chromosome 9q.22. Mutations in ATM genes cause AT. Groups A,C,D &amp; E are on Chromosome 11q2.

Question 4

how do i know if i have xeroderma pigmentsum?

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Genetic Testing: There are several types of xp (xeroderma pigmentosa) all of which are related to genetic defects in the ability of cells to repair dna damage causes by uv (ultraviolet rays).  Xp dramatically increases your risk for skin cancer. You should start with seeing a dermatologist and go from there.  If there is suspicion you may have the disease, genetic testing will be required to confirm this.

Question 5

can balanitis turn into balanitis xeroderma obliterans. dont know if i have balanitis. had this for 8 months. did i wait to late circumcised at birth?

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Balanitis: Typically cases of  balanitis don't persist that long. I would suspect a chronic disorder like lichen sclerosus especially if there's associated significant itching.  I recommend an evaluation by a dermatologist or urologist for diagnosis and treatment.

Question 6

i am married in 1 year no children en problem in my health would you eat that type of food can be eat him in my husband and me?

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Chocolate : This is not scientific but neither is having babies!   Try anything chocolate.   Eat romantic foods.   Avoid alcohol and stimulants.  Relax.  Enjoy being married without children.   The more you relax and enjoy your spouse the better your marriage will be and the more prepared you we be to be a parent.  You are learning patience and you will need it!   OB doctors have solutions for you when wanted

Question 7

will my children get mg?

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Not necessarily: While about 5% of cases of mg are passed on in families, the majority are not.

Question 8

when is it to late to get children ?

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Fertility time: The simple answer is that you can become pregnant as long as you have not entered menopause. Menopause can occur at varying ages but often there is a family tradition for this. You may want to ask your mother or any aunts you have the family history of menopause.

Question 9

could adult medicine work on children?

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Confusing question: Many adult medicines are also used in children. The amount used is often scaled to meet differences in metabolic rate and or size. Some adult medications are not used due to side effects that might cause a variety of toxic side effects in kids.

Question 10

when do children need health visitors?

Accepted Answer

Healthy visits?: I took the liberty to view this as a question about the proper schedule for well visits with your Pediatrician. Hope this helps!

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