FAMMM syndrome
| FAMMM syndrome | |
|---|---|
| Term | FAMMM syndrome |
| Short definition | FAMMM syndrome (…SIN-drom) An inherited disorder characterized by: (1) one or more first or second degree relatives (parent, sibling, child, grandparent, grandchild , aunt or uncle) with malignant melanoma; (2) many moles, some of which are atypical (asymmetrical, raised, and/or varying shades of tan, brown, black, or red) and often of varying sizes; and (3) moles that show specific characteristics when examined under a microscope. FAMMM syndrome increases the risk of melanoma and may increase the risk of pancreatic cancer. |
| Type | Cancer terms |
| Specialty | Oncology |
| Language | English |
| Source | NCI |
| Comments | |
FAMMM syndrome - (pronounced) (…SIN-drom) An inherited disorder characterized by: (1) one or more first or second degree relatives (parent, sibling, child, grandparent, grandchild , aunt or uncle) with malignant melanoma; (2) many moles, some of which are atypical (asymmetrical, raised, and/or varying shades of tan, brown, black, or red) and often of varying sizes; and (3) moles that show specific characteristics when examined under a microscope. FAMMM syndrome increases the risk of melanoma and may increase the risk of pancreatic cancer. Also known as familial atypical multiple mole melanoma syndrome
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