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Sam narrates the impact of his pseudoxanthoma elasticum (PXE) through his chores around the house. After a discussion with his wife, Anna, about how to fairly split up these duties while his vision progressively worsens, Sam takes up cooking. Chores used to be tedious, but now he admits he finds peace in being able to perform actions like vacuuming and making the bed. Most importantly, he discovers that he and Anna share these out of the love they have for each other. Pseudoxanthoma elasticum is a hereditary disease that calcifies elastic fibers, mainly connective tissue. A case study about this disease could be supplemented with this article in medical school. Focus on relational issues would appeal to an undergraduate class. 20 minute read for advanced Spanish learners.

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