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Can (men1 or men2 or and nf1)be dangerous?
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Yes : Men 1 of 2 can lead to many endocrine issues as well as tumors. Cancer of the thyroid is also possible. The symptom complexes are different in different people. Patients with men need to be closely monitored for the development of tumors and endocrine problems.
Answered 4/1/2019
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Sometimes: Cancerous and noncancerous tumors can develop in these syndromes.Men (multiple endocrine neoplasia) is in two forms.Men1 involves tumors of the pituitary, parathyroid gland, and pancreas. Hyperparathyroidism occurs in men1 with demineralization of bones. Men2 involves the thyroid gland, adrenal gland, and pancreas.In men2 most noted tumors, medullary thyroid cancer and the adrenal pheochromocytoma.
Answered 12/10/2013
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