The Ins and Outs of XP (Xeroderma pigmentosum)
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In this video, we will discuss what XP is, the DNA mechanism that causes XP, ongoing research to find a cure, as well as diagnosis, symptoms and disease management.
Xeroderma Pigmentosum (XP) is a rare hereditary skin condition. It is the body’s extreme sensitivity to ultraviolet (UV) light due to the damage in the DNA repair mechanism. In this video, we will discuss what XP is, the DNA mechanism that causes XP, ongoing research to find a cure, as well as diagnosis, symptoms and disease management.
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