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Pheochromocytoma is a rare tumor of the adrenal gland that causes too much release of epinephrine and norepinephrine-- hormones that regulate heart rate and blood pressure.Pheochromocytoma may occur as a single tumor or... |
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Symptoms
Abdominal painChest painFlushingIncreased appetiteIrritabilityNervousnessPalpitationsRapid heart rateSevere headacheS...
Causes
Pheochromocytoma may occur as a single tumor or as more than one growth. It usually develops in the center (medulla)...
Tests
An examination of vital signs can show high blood pressure, rapid heart rate, and fever when taken during an attack o...
Treatments
Treatment involves removing the tumor with surgery. It is important to stabilize blood pressure and pulse with medic...
Risk Factors
- Von Hippel Lindau Disease
- Multiple Endocrine Neoplasia Type 2a
- Multiple Endocrine Neoplasia Type 2b
Complications
However, standard treatments can usually control high blood pressure. In about 10% of people, the tumor may return.
Prevention
Some of the tumors are due to inherited predisposition. Because of these factors, pheochromocytoma cannot be prevented.
Doctor Specialties
You have symptoms of pheochromocytoma You had a pheochromocytoma in the past and your symptoms return.
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