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Important diagnosis. pseudoxanthoma elasticum. will i die with it or from it?
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No: This is abnormality of collagen and does not normally have serious effects. You do need ophthalmology evaluation amd as well as a heart examination for any valve problems.
Answered 5/6/2012
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