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What is melanocytic macules associated with Peutz-Jeghers syndrome?
Pronunciation: /melanocytic* macules* əˈsoʊʃiˌeɪtəd wɪθ peutz* jeghers* ˈsɪnˌdroʊm/
melanocytic macules associated with Peutz-Jeghers syndrome
Definition
Benign pigmented patches that are commonly found on the lips. They may also be found inside the mouth, on the fingers, or on the genitalia. Melanocytic macules are a characteristic feature of Peutz-Jeghers syndrome, which is a hereditary syndrome associated with several types of cancer.