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Cockayne Syndrome
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A rare inherited disorder in which people are sensitive to sunlight, have short stature and the appearance of premature aging.

Cockayne Syndrome
Feature article describes the disorder, its symptoms, and treatment. From the About.com Guide to Rare/Orphan Diseases.

Dermatology Online Atlas (DOIA)
Information in English and German, including photos.

GeneClinics: Cockayne Syndrome
Information for physicians and researchers from the University of Washington.

NCBI: Cockayne Syndrome
Excellent, concise information about the syndrome, from the National Center for Biotechnology Information (U.S.).

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