What is Peutz-Jeghers syndrome?
Peutz-Jeghers Syndrome is a rare genetic condition. It is characterized by multiple polyps in the gastrointestinal tract and pigmented spots on the skin. Individuals with Peutz-Jeghers are at an increased risk for cancer compared to the general public.
How do members experience Peutz-Jeghers syndrome?
Top 5 symptoms reported by people with Peutz-Jeghers syndrome*
Common symptoms
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Common symptom
Fatigue
How bad it is
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Nothing reported yet
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Depressed mood
How bad it is
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Nothing reported yet
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Pain
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Nothing reported yet
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Anxious mood
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Nothing reported yet
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Stress
How bad it is
What people are taking for it
Nothing reported yet
*Reports may be affected by other conditions and/or medication side effects. We ask about general symptoms (anxious mood, depressed mood, fatigue, pain, and stress) regardless of condition.
Top treatments taken by people for Peutz-Jeghers syndrome*
Who has Peutz-Jeghers syndrome on PatientsLikeMe?
| Age | Proportion | # of patients |
|---|---|---|
| <20 | 0 | |
| 20s | 3 | |
| 30s | 3 | |
| 40s | 6 | |
| 50s | 3 | |
| 60s | 0 | |
| 70+ | 1 |
Distribution of sex
| Sex | Proportion | # of patients |
|---|---|---|
| Male | 4 | |
| Female | 12 |