Diseases
renal angiomyolipoma
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Overview
A renal angiomyolipoma (AML) is a type of tumor in your kidney. Almost all are benign (noncancerous), but they can hemorrhage, which can be life-threatening. A tumor occurs when cells grow and divide more than they should. A renal angiomyolipoma is made of blood vessels, muscle cells and fat.
Symptoms
- anemia (not enough healthy red blood cells).
- discomfort or pain in the abdomen, back and sides.
- hematuria (blood or blood cells in your pee).
- high blood pressure (hypertension).
- a lump you can feel.
Causes
- renal angiomyolipoma is caused by a genetic mutation to the tsc1 or tsc2 gene (tumor suppressor genes).
Risk factors
- genetics
Diagnosis
- ct scan.
- ultrasound.
- mri.
Medicines used
Frequently asked questions
What is renal angiomyolipoma?
A renal angiomyolipoma (AML) is a type of tumor in your kidney. Almost all are benign (noncancerous), but they can hemorrhage, which can be life-threatening. A tumor occurs when cells grow and divide more than they should. A renal angiomyolipoma is made of blood vessels, muscle cells and fat.
What are the symptoms of renal angiomyolipoma?
anemia (not enough healthy red blood cells)., discomfort or pain in the abdomen, back and sides., hematuria (blood or blood cells in your pee)., high blood pressure (hypertension)., a lump you can feel.
What causes renal angiomyolipoma?
renal angiomyolipoma is caused by a genetic mutation to the tsc1 or tsc2 gene (tumor suppressor genes).
Which medicines are used for renal angiomyolipoma?
everolimus
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