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I would like to gather everyone on Geni with PORPHYRIA, so we can check if we're related.Do you or anyone in your family suffer from Porphyria? Please join, Thank you!===What is Porphyria?=== Porphyria Ancestry:===The genealogical studies of Dean and Barnes suggested that the gene for the South African form of variegate porphyria was introduced into South Africa in 1688, when two Dutch settlers...
Variegate porphyria===* Variegate porphyria, also known by several other names, is an autosomal dominant porphyria that can have acute (severe but usually not long-lasting) symptoms along with symptoms that affect the skin. The disorder results from low levels of the enzyme responsible for the seventh step in heme production. Heme is a vital molecule for all of the body's organs. It is a compon...