A Simple Guide To Lynch Syndrome Diagnosis Treatment And Related Conditions

** Lynch syndrome: A comprehensive guide

Lynch syndrome (LS) is an inherited disFree Download that increases the risk of developing colorectal cancer and other types of cancer. It is caused by a mutation in one of the DNA mismatch repair (MMR) genes, which are responsible for correcting errors that occur during DNA replication.

Symptoms of Lynch syndrome

A Simple Guide To Lynch Syndrome, Diagnosis, Treatment And Related Conditions

by Kenneth Kee

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The most common symptom of LS is colorectal cancer, which typically occurs in people between the ages of 40 and 50. Other symptoms include:

• Endometrial cancer
• Ovarian cancer
• Stomach cancer
• Small intestine cancer
• Pancreatic cancer
• Ureteral cancer
• Renal pelvis cancer
• Sebaceous gland cancer
• Keratoacanthoma
• Muir-Torre syndrome (a rare skin condition that is associated with LS)

Diagnosis of Lynch syndrome

Lynch syndrome is diagnosed based on a combination of factors, including:

• Family history of Lynch syndrome
• Personal history of LS-associated cancers
• Genetic testing

Genetic testing is the most accurate way to diagnose LS. It can be performed on saliva or blood.

Treatment of Lynch syndrome

The treatment of LS depends on the type and stage of cancer. Surgery is the most common treatment for LS-associated cancers. Other treatment options include radiation therapy, chemotherapy, and targeted therapy.

Prevention of Lynch syndrome

There is no way to prevent LS, but there are steps that can be taken to reduce the risk of developing LS-associated cancers. These include:

• Getting regular cancer screenings
• Taking aspirin or other nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs)
• Eating a healthy diet
• Getting regular exercise
• Maintaining a healthy weight

Related conditions to Lynch syndrome

Lynch syndrome is associated with a number of other conditions, including:

• Cowden syndrome: A rare condition that is characterized by multiple hamartomas (benign tumors) and an increased risk of developing cancer.
• PTEN hamartoma tumor syndrome: A rare condition that is characterized by hamartomas and an increased risk of developing cancer.
• Bannayan-Riley-Ruvalcaba syndrome: A rare condition that is characterized by hamartomas and an increased risk of developing cancer.
• MYH-associated polyposis: A rare condition that is characterized by multiple polyps in the colon and an increased risk of developing colorectal cancer.
• Familial adenomatous polyposis: A rare condition that is characterized by multiple polyps in the colon and an increased risk of developing colorectal cancer.

Living with Lynch syndrome

Living with LS can be challenging, but there are things that you can do to cope with the condition. These include:

• Getting regular cancer screenings
• Taking aspirin or other NSAIDs
• Eating a healthy diet
• Getting regular exercise
• Maintaining a healthy weight
• Joining a support group
• Talking to a therapist

Additional information

For more information about Lynch syndrome, please visit the following websites:

• National Cancer Institute: http://www.cancer.gov/types/colorectal-cancer/patient/colon-rectal-treatment-pdq
• Lynch Syndrome International: http://www.lynchcancers.com/
• The Colon Cancer Alliance: http://www.coloncanceralliance.org/

A Simple Guide To Lynch Syndrome, Diagnosis, Treatment And Related Conditions

by Kenneth Kee

5 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	415 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
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Print length	:	98 pages
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