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Neuroendocrine Tumors (NETs) | Last Active: Mar 28, 2023 | Replies (30)

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@badi
I'm a 59 year old female, and I, too, am Stage IV Carcinoid. My original diagnosis came in 2007, at which time they removed a mass involving my small intestine. Over the years it has metastisized to lymph nodes, liver, abdomen, and lastly a small lesion on my right shoulder. In late 2019, serotonin levels were continuing to elevate as well as more lesions showing up. I went thru 4 rounds of PRRT in 2020, and so far, the spreading has stopped. However my serotonin is on the rise again.

All that being said, I would suggest asking if PRRT would be a helpful treatment option.

I experience bouts with diarrhea, and my monthly Sandostatin, now switched to Lanreotide, injections seem to make it worse for a few days, sometimes a week. Imodium is a regular for me.

I hope this helps, and keep researching and advocating!

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Hi,

Thank you for the information, it really boosts my spirit to read that you were diagnosed in 2007 and it seems you went through a rough time, but you are still with us. We are married for 40 years and retirement is at the end of this year. Your message gives me hope that there are other people that have similar if not exactly the same symptoms.

I did not know about the PRRT treatment option. Will asked the Dr. and keep you posted.