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Is it possible for you to die from porphyria cutanea tarda?
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No, but...: There is often underlying hemochromatosis, alcohol abuse or hepatitis c and these are often deadly if missed. Depending on the gene that gave you the pct, you may have none of these above. It won't kill you, but it can mutilate your skin. Get with someone good at managing this illness.
Answered 9/28/2016
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