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 are the treatment options for xeroderma pigmentosum?

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Careful observation: This congenital condition requires sun avoidance and very close observation by an experienced dermatologist and/or plastic surgeon. Suspicious lession must be monitored and biopsies are essential to rule out malignancy.

Question 4

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 5

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 6

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 7

every day sex?

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Sexual Activity: There is nothing wrong from a medical or scientific point of view of having regular or frequent sexual activity...Even if it is daily or more.

Question 8

can i get help?

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Yes: What sort of help are you looking for?  Emotional, physical, financial, spiritual?  Give some more specifics.  The first step in getting help is asking, so you are moving in the right direction.

Question 9

began 1 day ago.

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Shortness of breath : The way your report your concerns is very common these past weeks in New York and New Jersey where COVID is more frequent. This seems to be likely anxiety and may be related to fears of the COVID 19 virus, but the only way to be sure is to have an in-person examination. An in-person examination is almost always needed to rule out serious complaints of shortness of breath

Question 10

will i find love?

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Yes: But sometimes in th most unlikely place. Let love find you!

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