Carcinoid Tumors Directory
Most carcinoid tumors, which usually appear in the gastrointestinal tract and sometimes the lung, are slow-growing tumors that can be treated and often cured, especially in their early stages. Symptoms include flushing of the skin, diarrhea, and if in the lung, constriction of the airways. Follow the links below to find WebMD's comprehensive coverage about carcinoid tumors, what they are, how they are diagnosed and treated, and much more.
Medical Reference
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Carcinoid Syndrome: Causes, Symptoms, Treatments
Learn more from WebMD about carcinoid syndrome, including its causes, symptoms, and treatments.
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Neuroendocrine Tumors (NETs)
NETs are rare tumors that cause many different symptoms, but there are many ways to treat them.
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Carcinoid Syndrome
Carcinoid syndrome is a group of symptoms you might get if you already have carcinoid tumors, a type of cancer. Find out what you can do about it.
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Carcinoid Tumors
Learn about the causes, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment of carcinoid tumors, a type of cancer that can show up in many different places in your body.
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Understanding Carcinoid Tumor
Carcinoid tumors are a slow-growing type of cancer that can be cured if caught early, but is difficult to diagnose.
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Treating Carcinoid Tumors: When Surgery Isn't an Option
When carcinoid tumors become advanced, surgery may not be an option. Fortunately, there are other treatments available to help manage your tumors and ease your symptoms.