Multiple endocrine adenomatosis
Popularly known by the monicker, MEN, Multiple Endocrine Neoplasia, or Adenomatosis, are usually benign familial multiorgan endocrine tumors
Pronunciation[edit | edit source]
MUL-tih-pul EN-doh-krin A-deh-NOH-muh-TOH-sis
Pathophysiology[edit | edit source]
- These endocrine tumors are usually benign (not cancer).
- They cause the glands to secrete high levels of hormones, which can lead to other medical problems, such as kidney stones, fertility problems, and severe ulcers.
- In some cases, tumors inside the pancreas can become malignant (cancer).
Other names[edit | edit source]
- Also called MEN1 syndrome, multiple endocrine neoplasia type 1 syndrome, and Wermer syndrome.
- Multiple endocrine neoplasia NIH external link type 1 (MEN1) is a rare genetic disorder NIH external link that mainly affects the endocrine glands NIH external link. Located in different parts of the body, these glands control the production of hormones that direct many body processes, including growth, digestion, and sexual function.
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