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==What are the symptoms of multiple endocrine neoplasia type 2?== | ==What are the symptoms of multiple endocrine neoplasia type 2?== | ||
* Cough | * [[Cough]] | ||
* Diarrhea | * [[Diarrhea]] | ||
* Lump on the neck | * Lump on the [[neck]] | ||
* Breathing difficulty | * Breathing difficulty | ||
* Chest pain | * [[Chest pain]] | ||
* Abdominal pain | * [[Abdominal pain]] | ||
* Nervousness | * [[Nervousness]] | ||
* Pallor | * [[Pallor]] | ||
* Irritability | * [[Irritability]] | ||
* Headache | * [[Headache]] | ||
* Sweating | * [[Sweating]] | ||
* Weight loss | * [[Weight loss]] | ||
* Palpitations | * [[Palpitations]] | ||
* Tremor | * [[Tremor]] | ||
* Insomnia | * [[Insomnia]] | ||
* Constipation | * [[Constipation]] | ||
* Lethargy | * [[Lethargy]] | ||
* Muscle pain | * [[Muscle pain]] | ||
* Nausea | * [[Nausea]] | ||
* Increased frequency of urination | * Increased frequency of urination | ||
* Confusion | * [[Confusion]] | ||
* | * [[Bone]] [[fracture]]s | ||
==What causes multiple endocrine neoplasia type 2?== | ==What causes multiple endocrine neoplasia type 2?== | ||
* | * Multiple endocrine neoplasia type 2 is an inherited disorder that causes [[tumor]]s in the [[endocrine gland]]s. Genetic [[mutation]]s is speculated to be the cause of the [[disease]]. | ||
==Who is at highest risk?== | ==Who is at highest risk?== | ||
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==Diagnosis== | ==Diagnosis== | ||
* MEN2 is detected by [[gene]] testing or, when [[gene]] testing is unavailable or yields a negative result, by laboratory tests that measure [[hormone]] levels. Less often, | * MEN2 is detected by [[gene]] testing or, when [[gene]] testing is unavailable or yields a negative result, by laboratory tests that measure [[hormone]] levels. Less often, multiple endocrine neoplasia type 2 is diagnosed based on an individual's medical and [[family history]]. | ||
==When to seek urgent medical care?== | ==When to seek urgent medical care?== | ||
* Seek urgent medical care if there are symptoms of | * Seek urgent medical care if there are symptoms of multiple endocrine neoplasia type 2 or its complications. | ||
==Treatment options== | ==Treatment options== | ||
* | * Multiple endocrine neoplasia type 2 cannot be cured, but regular testing can detect the problems caused by multiple endocrine neoplasia type 2 [[tumor]]s many years before serious complications develop. | ||
* Surgery is indicated for thyroid | * [[Surgery]] is indicated for [[thyroid tumor]]s, [[adrenal tumor]]s and [[parathyroid tumor]]s. | ||
==Where to find medical care for multiple endocrine neoplasia type 2?== | ==Where to find medical care for multiple endocrine neoplasia type 2?== | ||
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==Prevention== | ==Prevention== | ||
* [[Screening]] people with [[family history]] of | * [[Screening]] people with [[family history]] of multiple endocrine neoplasia type 2 is recommended. | ||
==What to expect (Outlook/Prognosis)?== | ==What to expect (Outlook/Prognosis)?== | ||
* Prognosis of the disease depends on the stage at which it is diagnosed. Early diagnosis and treatment is associated with better prognosis. | * [[Prognosis]] of the [[disease]] depends on the stage at which it is diagnosed. Early [[diagnosis]] and treatment is associated with better [[prognosis]]. | ||
==Possible complications== | ==Possible complications== | ||
* Metastasis | * [[Metastasis]] | ||
* Osteoporosis | * [[Osteoporosis]] | ||
* Kidney | * [[Kidney stone]]s | ||
* | * [[Fracture]]s | ||
* Hypoparathyroidism from parathyroidectomy | * [[Hypoparathyroidism]] from parathyroidectomy | ||
==Sources== | ==Sources== | ||
* https://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/000399.htm | * https://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/000399.htm | ||
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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]; Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Ammu Susheela, M.D. [2]
Overview
- Multiple endocrine neoplasia (MEN) type II is a disease passed down through families, in which one or more of the endocrine glands are overactive or form a tumor. Endocrine glands most commonly involved include adrenal gland, parathyroid gland and thyroid gland.
What are the symptoms of multiple endocrine neoplasia type 2?
- Cough
- Diarrhea
- Lump on the neck
- Breathing difficulty
- Chest pain
- Abdominal pain
- Nervousness
- Pallor
- Irritability
- Headache
- Sweating
- Weight loss
- Palpitations
- Tremor
- Insomnia
- Constipation
- Lethargy
- Muscle pain
- Nausea
- Increased frequency of urination
- Confusion
- Bone fractures
What causes multiple endocrine neoplasia type 2?
- Multiple endocrine neoplasia type 2 is an inherited disorder that causes tumors in the endocrine glands. Genetic mutations is speculated to be the cause of the disease.
Who is at highest risk?
- Positive family history
- Multifocal or recurrent neoplasia
- Two or more organ systems tumor involvement
Diagnosis
- MEN2 is detected by gene testing or, when gene testing is unavailable or yields a negative result, by laboratory tests that measure hormone levels. Less often, multiple endocrine neoplasia type 2 is diagnosed based on an individual's medical and family history.
When to seek urgent medical care?
- Seek urgent medical care if there are symptoms of multiple endocrine neoplasia type 2 or its complications.
Treatment options
- Multiple endocrine neoplasia type 2 cannot be cured, but regular testing can detect the problems caused by multiple endocrine neoplasia type 2 tumors many years before serious complications develop.
- Surgery is indicated for thyroid tumors, adrenal tumors and parathyroid tumors.
Where to find medical care for multiple endocrine neoplasia type 2?
Directions to Hospitals Treating Multiple endocrine neoplasia type 1
Prevention
- Screening people with family history of multiple endocrine neoplasia type 2 is recommended.
What to expect (Outlook/Prognosis)?
- Prognosis of the disease depends on the stage at which it is diagnosed. Early diagnosis and treatment is associated with better prognosis.
Possible complications
- Metastasis
- Osteoporosis
- Kidney stones
- Fractures
- Hypoparathyroidism from parathyroidectomy