My name is Mariana. I live in Dallas and was discovered during my first colonoscopy to have a rectal carcinoid in 2000 and a recurrence in 2010. I do not have carcinoid syndrome but I did want to encourage you to reapply for SSI disability. Friends who do receive it have told me you always are denied the first time and maybe subsequent times. Unless you can find a low-cost advocate atty you will have to do the paperwork yourself. You just keep writing letters and re-applying. Don’t take no for an answer. I know your feelings of isolation and fear of the unknown. A support group like this is very helpful. Thank you to the mentors and people who replied to Audra.