Acute intermittent porphyria
A genetic metabolic disorder inherited in an autosomal dominant pattern. It is caused by a deficiency of the enzyme porphobilinogen deaminase, which is involved in heme biosynthesis. Signs and symptoms include nausea, vomiting, severe abdominal pain and distension, urinary retention, port-wine urine discoloration, hypertension, tachycardia, muscle weakness, loss of sensation, anxiety, depression, and arm, leg and back pain.
Disease Alternative Name
Recent Cases of Acute intermittent porphyria
Browse recently discussed Acute intermittent porphyria cases by specialists
Nice post.Thanks.In medicine associations often lead to diagnosis.
Top Acute intermittent porphyria Doctors on Curofy
Top doctors who continously share their opinions on Acute intermittent porphyria
Medical Component OfHCM
Remained Incharge Medical Officer with Hon'Ble C.M of J and K for More Than 20 Years from Jan 2000 To October 2020
Govt. Medical College, Jammu
M.S (General Surgery )
Goa Medical College and Hospital
Senior Resident
Goa Medical College , Bambolim Goa
MS OBSTETRICS AND GYNAECOLOGY
GRH Madurai
Mbbs
Madurai Medical College
MBBS
Kerala Institute of Medical Sciences
Professor and Senior Consultant Neurology
Medical College Thiruvananthapuram
MBBS,MD (Med) ,DM(Neurology),DNB(Neurology), FAAN(Fellow of American Academy of Neurology)
Sikkim Manipul University of Medical and Technology
Bsc Medical Bio Chemistry
Trending Diseases
Trending Cases
- Login to View the image
X-rays are commonly used in clinical practice to diagnose fractures. Characteristics of the fracture such as the type, deformity & soft tissue / joint involvement are used to guide management. Learn & update your basic radiological approach for “Bone Fractures” & interpretation knowledge & patient care approach with this post.
Radiology Essential5 Likes8 Answers - Login to View the image
F.60yrs. LBA with swelling of legs. 3months.
Dr. Syam Sundar Patro1 Like5 Answers - Login to View the image
Check how quickly can you solve these questions using your clinical knowledge. Solve & get a chance to be the top performer. We are Live Now.
Curofy Quiz0 Like0 Answer - Login to View the image
Check out the answer for Quick Brains quiz.
Curofy Quiz0 Like0 Answer
279 Views
, 7 Likes
, 7 Answers