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Anwar Uddin (26), who has had corneal transplants as a result of Xeroderma pigmentosum (XP), can now read and now has a role teaching Arabic and the Koran. Howecer, he can still only go outside for a brief period before feeling unwell.
Xeroderma pigmentosum (XP) is a condition characterised by extreme sensitivity to sunlight. XP is particularly prevalent in India and frequently results in the need for corneal transplants as a result of irreparable eye damage. Sufferers can be identified by skin discolouration which often results in carcinomas, and usually have stunted growth due to insufficient vitamin D.
Xeroderma pigmentosum (XP) is a condition characterised by extreme sensitivity to sunlight. XP is particularly prevalent in India and frequently results in the need for corneal transplants as a result of irreparable eye damage. Sufferers can be identified by skin discolouration which often results in carcinomas, and usually have stunted growth due to insufficient vitamin D.
Simon Townsley/Panos Pictures 30 May 2019