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Porphyria Cutanea Tarda (PCT) is a common type of porphyria caused by a deficiency of uroporphyrinogen decarboxylase, leading to skin symptoms such as blistering and hyperpigmentation, primarily triggered by sunlight. Diagnosis involves urine porphyrin analysis and assessing risk factors like liver dysfunction and iron overload, with treatment options including phlebotomy and avoidance of triggers. PCT is characterized by cutaneous symptoms without neurological manifestations, and men are more frequently af

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