What kind of disease did Louis I suffer from later in his life?
A lung disease
A skin disease
A heart disease
A kidney disease
Answer
Later in his life, Louis I suffered from a skin disease called porphyria, which is caused by a deficiency of the enzyme protoporphyrinogen oxidase. This enzyme is responsible for converting heme into bilirubin, which is a pigment that gives blood its red color. In people with porphyria, the accumulation of porphyrins in the skin can cause skin lesions, sensitivity to light, and other symptoms.
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