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Neuroendocrine Tumors (NETs) | Last Active: Nov 29 1:22pm | Replies (429)Comment receiving replies
Joni, I'm following your logic and understand your concern. There are certain hormones that are known to be risk factors for tumor growth, such as estrogen for certain types of breast cancer. This doesn't mean that all hormones (natural or synthetic) cause cancerous tissue to grow.
I encourage you to repeat your concern to your husband's oncologist and ask him to take the time to explain how the hormones that your husband is taking work and why they don't affect tumor growth.
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Colleen,
Thank you! I was concerned with the growth hormone because it does make his organs grow, he has gotten distended in the past etc., and I was wondering if this could affect tumors on the liver? He does need if to expand his diaphram for breathing.....I just want to thank all of you who have taken the time to answer all of our questions and concern's, we really appreciate all you do!! I am so happy to be a part of this lovely group of people. Thank you so much again God Bless all......