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==What causes Multiple endocrine neoplasia?== | ==What causes Multiple endocrine neoplasia?== | ||
* MEN I is caused by a defect in a [[gene]] that carries the code for a [[protein]] called [[menin]]. The condition causes [[tumor]]s of various [[gland]]s to appear in the same person, but not necessarily at the same time. | |||
* The disorder may occur at any age, and it affects men and women equally. A family history of this disorder raises your risk. | |||
==Who is at highest risk?== | ==Who is at highest risk?== | ||
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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]; Associate Editor(s)-In-Chief: Jinhui Wu, M.D.
Overview
What are the symptoms of Multiple endocrine neoplasia?
- Symptoms vary from person to person, and depend on which gland is involved. They may include:
- Abdominal pain
- Anxiety
- Black, tarry stools
- Bloated feeling after meals
- Burning, aching, or hunger discomfort in the upper abdomen or lower chest that is relieved by antacids, milk, or food
- Decreased sexual interest
- Fatigue
- Headache
- Lack of menstrual periods (in women)
- Loss of appetite
- Loss of body or facial hair (in men)
- Mental changes or confusion
- Muscle pain
- Nausea and vomiting
- Sensitivity to the cold
- Unintentional weight loss
- Vision problems
- Weakness
What causes Multiple endocrine neoplasia?
- MEN I is caused by a defect in a gene that carries the code for a protein called menin. The condition causes tumors of various glands to appear in the same person, but not necessarily at the same time.
- The disorder may occur at any age, and it affects men and women equally. A family history of this disorder raises your risk.
Who is at highest risk?
Diagnosis
When to seek urgent medical care?
Treatment options
Where to find medical care for Multiple endocrine neoplasia?
Directions to Hospitals Treating Multiple endocrine neoplasia