Multifocal lymphangioendotheliomatosis
Multifocal lymphangioendotheliomatosis (pronunciation: mul-ti-fo-cal lymph-an-gio-en-do-the-li-o-ma-to-sis) is a rare medical condition characterized by multiple lesions in the skin and other organs.
Etymology
The term "multifocal lymphangioendotheliomatosis" is derived from several parts: "multifocal" (from Latin multi- meaning "many" and focus meaning "point of origin"), "lymphangio" (from Greek lymph meaning "clear water" and angio meaning "vessel"), "endothelioma" (from Greek endothelium meaning "inner layer" and -oma meaning "tumor"), and "-tosis" (from Greek -osis meaning "condition").
Symptoms
The symptoms of multifocal lymphangioendotheliomatosis can vary greatly depending on the organs affected. Common symptoms include skin lesions, abdominal pain, and respiratory distress.
Diagnosis
Diagnosis of multifocal lymphangioendotheliomatosis typically involves a combination of medical history, physical examination, and imaging studies such as MRI or CT scan. A biopsy of the affected tissue may also be performed to confirm the diagnosis.
Treatment
Treatment for multifocal lymphangioendotheliomatosis is typically focused on managing symptoms and may include surgery, radiation therapy, and/or chemotherapy.
Prognosis
The prognosis for individuals with multifocal lymphangioendotheliomatosis can vary greatly depending on the severity of the condition and the organs affected.
See also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Multifocal lymphangioendotheliomatosis
- Wikipedia's article - Multifocal lymphangioendotheliomatosis
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