Acute porphyrias Flashcards
1
Q
What is acute porphyria
A
Metabolic disorder of haem - can cause abdominal pain
2
Q
How are drugs related to this
A
Certain drugs can cause porphyric crisis
3
Q
Should relatives be screened for this too
A
Yes as this is hereditary
4
Q
What is the treatment for this
A
Haem arginate IV infusion
5
Q
What are the symptoms
A
Severe abdominal pain
Pain in chest, legs and back
Constipation and diarrhoea
N+V
Red/brown urine
