What is carcinoid cancer, what are the initial symptoms of it?Image Credit Source: Kateryna Kon/Science Photo Library/Getty Images
Carcinoid cancer is a type of slow growing neuroendocrine tumor, which affects the body's hormone -making systems. This cancer usually develops in the digestive system, especially the small intestine, appendix, rectum and in the abdomen or lungs. In this type of cancer, tumors begin to make hormones in excessive amounts, which can affect different organs of the body. Carcinoid cancer can be present for a long time without any clear symptoms, which makes it difficult to detect it on time. This cancer increases gradually, but if it is not treated in time, it can spread to other parts of the body. Let us know why this cancer is, what are the initial symptoms of it and how to protect it.
Carcinoids have not been fully detected by the definite causes of cancer, but some risk factors are considered responsible for it. This cancer occurs when the body -making cells start growing abnormally and they turn into tumors. In some cases, genetic factors such as Men1 (Multiple Endocrine Neoplasia) syndrome may also be responsible for this. In addition, smoking, old age and prolonged gastrointestinal disease can also increase the risk of this cancer. Constant inflammation or infection in the digestive system or respiratory system can also be the cause. Although it is cancer rare, it is necessary to identify and timely treatment, so that it does not take serious form.
What are the symptoms of carcinoid cancer?
Dr. Vineet Talwar in Medical Oncology Department at Rajiv Gandhi Cancer Hospital in Delhi It is said that the symptoms of carcinoid cancer depend on which part of this tumor is developing. This cancer increases gradually, so its symptoms do not appear for a long time or look like normal diseases. Usually, the patient may see symptoms like frequent warmth and redness on the face, neck or chest, persistent diarrhea, stomach cramps, troublesome or wheezing, sudden weight, fatigue, weakness, red or purple rashes on the skin, smell and cough from the mouth.
In some cases, frequent changes in blood pressure are also seen. If this cancer spreads to the liver or other organs, its symptoms can be more severe such as heartbeat rapid or damage to heart valve. Many times this cancer is present in the body without symptoms and only during another test. Therefore, if there is a frequent abnormal change in the body, it is necessary to contact the doctor immediately.
How to rescue?
Do health checkups from time to time, especially if someone in the family has a neuroendocrine tumor.
Take healthy diet and avoid processed food. Also, exercise daily.
Make a complete distance from smoking and tobacco.
Do not ignore stomach problems, get it tested on time.
Reduce stress, as it can promote hormonal imbalance
If there is frequent heat or diarrhea in the body, contact the doctor immediately.
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