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2 days ago · De Sanctis-Cacchione Syndrome belongs to a group of rare inherited skin disorders called xeroderma pigmentosum that are characterized by photosensitivity, skin discolorations, eye disorders, and skin cancers.
4 days ago · Individuals who have xeroderma pigmentosum, a genetic NER defect, are at a 20 000-fold higher risk of developing skin cancer. 20 The genotoxicity of UVB light (wavelength: 280-320 nm) is thought to be 1000 times greater per photon than that of UVA light (320-400 nm); however, the environmental exposure to UVA light can vary by 20-40 times based ...
1 day ago · A family history of skin cancer can increase an individual’s risk. Certain genetic conditions, such as Xeroderma Pigmentosum, also heighten susceptibility. Skin Type. Individuals with fair skin, light hair, and light eyes are more prone to skin cancer due to lower levels of melanin, which provides some protection against UV radiation.
2 days ago · ERCC2 encodes the xeroderma pigmentosum group D (XPD) helicase, a subunit of the transcription factor IIH complex and a key factor in both transcription initiation and nucleotide excision repair (NER).
3 days ago · Xeroderma pigmentosum (rare condition causing skin and the tissue over the eye to be extremely sensitive to ultraviolet light) Sensations The physical symptoms of rickets may be the most talked about but they are not the only type of symptom.
5 days ago · Individuals with xeroderma pigmentosum (XP) face extreme risks. XP patients have a defect in DNA repair mechanisms. This makes them highly vulnerable to UV-induced damage. Chronic Inflammatory Conditions. Chronic inflammation affects skin cancer development. Conditions like psoriasis and lupus cause persistent inflammation.
1 day ago · xeroderma pigmentosum C complex 1 INTRODUCTION Alzheimer's disease (AD) is a form of dementia characterized by a progressive dysfunction of neuronal circuits, learning impairment, and memory loss (Querfurth & LaFerla, 2010 ).