Aggressive neuroendocrine tumors are less common than some of the othercolon cancers.
What do we know about these cancers, how are they treated, and what is the prognosis?
If you’ve been told you have a carcinoid tumor, confirm an experienced pathologist agrees with your diagnosis.
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For advanced-stage high-grade neuroendocrine tumors,chemotherapyis the treatment of choice and can result in longer survival.
In general, a small-cell histology is associated with more aggressive disease and a worse prognosis.
Talk to your healthcare provider about the option ofclinical trialswhich are evaluating these new treatments.
Be yourown advocate in your cancer careand ask questions.
Ask for help from your loved ones and allow them to help you.
In addition, many people find it helpful to reach out to online support communities.
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