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Congenital Erythropoietic Porphyria: A Case of Hepatic Failure and Angioedema Following Ferrous Sulfate Supplementation.

  • Published In: Pediatric Dermatology, 2025, v. 42, n. 1. P. 166 1 of 3

  • Database: Academic Search Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Jorgaqi, Etleva; Ezenne, Karen; Brown, Madeline; Zhou, Albert E.; Khachemoune, Amor 3 of 3

Abstract

This report describes an unusual case of a young anemic female who experienced acute hepatic insufficiency and angioedema after ferrous sulfate consumption. Her primary diagnosis of congenital erythropoietic porphyria (CEP) was revealed after a detailed dermatologic examination and laboratory data. The patient was treated with IV methylprednisolone along with red blood cell transfusion, vitamin supplementation, and wound care. Our case report emphasizes the importance of physician awareness of CEP since it is a rare disease that tends to mimic other chronic porphyrias, various drug reactions, and collagenopathies. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Additional Information

  • Source:Pediatric Dermatology. 2025/01, Vol. 42, Issue 1, p166
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Consumer Health
  • Publication Date:2025
  • ISSN:0736-8046
  • DOI:10.1111/pde.15749
  • Accession Number:183914026
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