Carcinoid Tumors

Carcinoid Tumors

Carcinoid tumors are rare slow growing tumors that occur in the gastrointestinal tract. They are usually easily cured especially if caught early enough when the disease is still in the digestive tract. They usually appear in the gastrointestinal tract or in some rare cases can occur outside - such as in the lung. Symptoms - There may be pain in the abdominal area associated with blockage. Other symptoms observed may be diarrhea, wheezing (when occurring in the lungs - referred to as bronchoconstriction) as well as flushing of the skin around the neck and face area. Diagnosis - A doctor may ask for blood and urine tests to detect the presence of cancer. Imaging techniques can be used to further detect the cancer. Treatment - As with most other cancers - depending on the stage of the disease, location and other factors, your doctor may prescribe: radiation therapy, surgery, chemotherapy or biological therapy (using the body's own immune system).
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