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What is

mucosal neuroma

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Pronunciation: /mjuˈkoʊsəl neuroma*/

mucosal neuroma

Definition

A benign (not cancer) tumor that forms around the nerves in the lips, tongue, lining of the mouth, eyelids, and gastrointestinal tract. Mucosal neuromas are found in people with a rare, inherited condition called multiple endocrine neoplasia type 2B.