Doctors in Germany have successfully tested a cure for a rare congenital disorder that makes people resemble vampires, with fang-like teeth and an aversion to sunlight.
The condition, known as hypohidrotic ectodermal dysplasia (HED), is characterised by impaired development of sweat glands, which can lead to life-threatening hyperthermia. That means exposure to direct sunlight that overheats the body is dangerous.
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