Multiple endocrine neoplasia type 1 (patient information)

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Multiple endocrine neoplasia type 1

Overview

What are the symptoms?

What are the causes?

Who is at highest risk?

Diagnosis

When to seek urgent medical care?

Treatment options

Where to find medical care for Multiple endocrine neoplasia type 1?

Prevention

What to expect (Outlook/Prognosis)?

Possible complications

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Overview

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What are the symptoms of (disease name)?

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What causes (disease name)?

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Who is at highest risk?

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  • This section can be separated into modifiable and non-modifiable risk factors if appropriate.
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Diagnosis

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When to seek urgent medical care?

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Treatment options

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Where to find medical care for (disease name)?

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Prevention

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What to expect (Outlook/Prognosis)?

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  • Include prognosis with and without treatment, and also the likelihood of a certain outcome occurring.
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Possible complications

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Sources

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Things to Remember

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