Gastrointestinal Carcinoid Tumors Directory
A gastrointestinal carcinoid tumor is cancer that forms in the lining of the gastrointestinal tract. The gastrointestinal tract includes the stomach, small intestine, and large intestine. Follow the links below to find WebMD's comprehensive coverage about gastrointestinal carcinoid tumor, what it looks like, how to treat it, and much more.
Medical Reference
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Cancer Questions: Questions to Ask About Your Cancer Treatment
The more you know about your treatment, the more confident you’ll feel. So when you meet with specialists, go in with specific cancer questions.
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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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Caring for Someone With GIST
Caring for someone with GIST can be challenging. What you can do to help your loved one.
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Coping With Chemotherapy and Nausea
Simple measures can help you ease chemotherapy-related nausea and vomiting. Learn what you can do to feel better and prevent dehydration.
Features
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A Diet for Cancer?
Can diet be as effective in dealing with some cancers as it is for heart disease? Dean Ornish, MD, wants to find out.
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Cancer: the Good, the Bad, and the Ugly
We've made great progress since President Nixon declared war on cancer 30 years ago, but can the war be won?
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5 Diagnoses That Call for a Second Opinion
It's never a bad idea to seek a second opinion, but if you receive one of these five diagnoses, getting a second opinion is practically a must.
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Holistic Cancer Support and Care
From nutrition to emotional support, these six people can help you during your cancer treatment.
Video
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Cancer and Sleep Problems
Dr. Julie Silver, a cancer survivor, explains the critical need for sleep during and after cancer treatment.
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Improving Your Sleep When You Have Cancer
Cancer survivor Dr. Julie Silver has tips for better sleep while recovering from cancer.
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Handling the Stress of Cancer
Julie Silver talks about how to cope with stress associated with having cancer.
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How Cancer Diagnosis Affects the Family
Dr. Julie Silver, a cancer survivor, offers advice on helping your family cope with your cancer diagnosis.