What is pseudomyxoma peritonei?
Pseudomyxoma peritonei begins as a small polyp-like growth in the appendix. Over time, growth spreads into the lining of the abdominal cavity and produces mucus, and forms into jelly-like fluid called mucin.
How do members experience pseudomyxoma peritonei?
Top 5 symptoms reported by people with pseudomyxoma peritonei*
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Stress
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Nothing reported yet
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Fatigue
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Nothing reported yet
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Depressed mood
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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 pseudomyxoma peritonei*
Who has pseudomyxoma peritonei on PatientsLikeMe?
| Age | Proportion | # of patients |
|---|---|---|
| <20 | 0 | |
| 20s | 0 | |
| 30s | 0 | |
| 40s | 1 | |
| 50s | 3 | |
| 60s | 3 | |
| 70+ | 6 |
Distribution of sex
| Sex | Proportion | # of patients |
|---|---|---|
| Male | 5 | |
| Female | 8 |