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Polymorphous Light Eruption
Polymorphic light eruption is a common reaction to sunlight (ultraviolet light) that occurs in light-sensitive individuals.
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Polymorphous light eruption
Causes, incidence, and risk factors
The cause is unknown. Some experts think it is a type of delayed
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