Porphyria Definition & Meaning

porphyria
noun
  1. a genetic abnormality of metabolism causing abdominal pains and mental confusion

"Porphyria" in song lyrics

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  • "acute porphyria"
    AOL — AOL
  • "acute intermittent porphyria"
    AOL — AOL

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