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Neuroendocrine Tumors (NETs) Support Group

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Carcinoid tumor of the appendix.PET scan results
Hi everyone i was diagnosed w a carcinoid tumor of the appendx. It was removed 8 m again along w my rt colon. Fast forward...
Last active: Feb 21, 2023
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Who has had Distal Pancreatectomy and regretted it?
I am seeking input about experiences with losing the tail of the pancreas and spleen. Has this been the right choice for you? I will...
Last active: Apr 23, 2023
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Interested in hearing people's experiences with PRRT
Sorry if this has been discussed before, but I was interested in hearing peoples experience with PRRT (Peptide Receptor Radionuclide Therapy)? I live in Georgia...
Last active: Oct 16, 2023
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Questions I should ask before surgery for Lung NETs?
I’m scheduled for a zoom call with a nurse Jan 8 in preparation for robotic surgery of a 13mm typical neuroendocrine carcinoid. I prefer to...
Support Group: Lung Cancer
Last active: Jan 2 9:21pm
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Mother might have neuroendocrine tumors, is being told she has IBS
Maybe this is rant post, but my mom aged 56 has been having diarrhoea and flushing since past 7 months and I've seen three gastroenterologists,...
Last active: Oct 3, 2023
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Tincture of Opium for bowel issues with diarrhea
I have been able to get by day to day with my presciption for Tincture of Opium (Paragoric). This is the miracle drug, I have...
Last active: Oct 16, 2023
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FDG PET scan vs. 68Ga DOTATATE PET scan for neuroendocrine cancer
I would be curious to see if there are any laymen articles regarding the use of FDG PET scan vs. the Dotatate PET scan. In...
Last active: Aug 21, 2023
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Facing Cancer Recurrence, PTSD & Acknowledging Mental Health
It's extremely difficult to face the fact of recurring cancers. After treatments we try and get away from it all and live our life. Then...
Last active: Sep 24 10:31am
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Guide to Understanding Carcinoid Syndrome
To those in our Mayo Connect Carcinoid/NET group, @amyh2439 @tresjur @joannem @gaylejean @lucci50 @derekd @gulzar @joanney @jenchaney727@dzerfas @lorettanebraska @wordnoid @trouble and @upblueeyes @ahtaylor @heidilynn4 @junebug15....
Last active: Mar 11, 2023
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Plummer Project
With the implementation of the 'Plummer Project', moving all Mayo health records to the Epic system (from GE), a $1.5 billion project, I wonder what...
Last active: Dec 13, 2017