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Wilson's disease
Wilson disease is a genetic condition in which a person's body cannot handle the normal amount of copper obtained through foods. Over time, the copper accumulates in the body and damages the liver and other organs.
Dr. Geoffrey Rutledgereviewed this
Internal Medicine 41 years experience
How long it usually lasts:
Chronic (lasts years to lifelong)
How common is it?
Rare
Body locations
Upper abdomen
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