adenomas<\/a>, which are non-cancerous tumors \u2013 but this doesn\u2019t mean that non-cancerous is synonymous with harmless, and it doesn\u2019t necessarily mean that sufferers with acromegaly can stop worrying about cancer.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\nIf you are diagnosed with acromegaly, one of the symptoms is an automatically increased cancer risk. This can become an even worse risk because of lifestyle factors, or because of other factors like history of cancer in your family.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Anyone diagnosed with acromegaly should be aware of the increased cancer risk as well as the fact that they should be taking special care of their health due to the condition. In some cases, it can be treated \u2013 and in other cases, it can be managed \u2013 with the help of the right treatments, adaptations and qualified medical professionals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Regular appointments and scans can help to establish the risk factors, and aid in early treatment if it becomes a problem.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\r\n
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