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I had a neuro-endocrine tumor removed from my appendix with appendectomy 6yrs ago, now doctors wondering if i have another one somewhere due to symptoms such as rash flushing etc am i more prone to getting more in my body because i had one previosly?

Q: i had a neuro-endocrine tumor removed from my appendix with appendectomy 6yrs ago, now doctors wondering if i have another one somewhere due to symptoms such as rash flushing etc am i more prone to getting more in my body because i had one previosly?

: Yes, such tumors can recur. Check back with your doctor. Here's a pertinent website: https://www.cancer.net/cancer-types/neuroendocrine-tumors/follow-care . Good luck.

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Dr. Hunter Handsfield answered

Specializes in Infectious Disease

Yes, such tumors can recur. Check back with your doctor. Here's a pertinent website: https://www.cancer.net/cancer-types/neuroendocrine-tumors/follow-care . Good luck.

Answered 3/6/2022

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Dr. Clarence Grim answered

Specializes in Endocrinology

Yes. Listen to your Dr. there.

Answered 3/6/2022

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A member asked:

I had a neuro-endocrine tumor removed from my appendix with appendectomy 6yrs ago, now doctors wondering if i have another one somewhere due to symptoms such as rash flushing etc am i more prone to getting more in my body because i had one previosly?

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