After a series of tumors, woman’s odd-looking tongue explains everything

A woman in her 60s with a history of various cancers presented with dry mouth, leading to a diagnosis of Cowden syndrome, a rare genetic condition indicated by a cobblestone-like appearance of her tongue. This condition is linked to mutations affecting the PTEN protein, resulting in an increased risk of tumors and cancers, as noted in a JAMA Dermatology case study.

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