Causes & Risk Factors
Symptoms
Recognising the symptoms of neuroendocrine cancer
Neuroendocrine cancers are often small and slow-growing. Depending on where they develop in the body, they may cause a wide range of symptoms, or sometimes no symptoms at all.
When symptoms do occur, they can be vague (such as extreme tiredness) or similar to those of more common conditions, including digestive disorders, asthma, or menopause-related flushing. This can make neuroendocrine cancer difficult to recognise.
If you are experiencing any of the symptoms listed below and have not yet received a medical diagnosis we strongly recommend you speak to your healthcare professional.
Below are relevant resources linked to neuroendocrine cancer symptoms.
Neuroendocrine Cancer Symptoms
If you or someone you know is experiencing these symptoms, it’s important to talk to your GP.
Flushing
The skin on your face and upper chest feels hot and changes colour.
Wheezing
Asthma-like signs and symptoms, such as wheezing and shortness of breath
Palpitations
A racing heartbeat (palpitations), sometimes combined with dizziness
Diarrhoea
Your bowel motions are regularly urgent, watery, and frequent with no known cause
Fatigue
Overwhelming exhaustion that cannot be overcome with a good night’s rest
Rashes
A red rash with swelling and blisters that often travels from place to place on the skin
Helpful Resources
Booklets & Guides
Acronyms & Terminology for Neuroendocrine Cancer Patients
Advocacy & Awareness Videos
Brad’s Story
Fact Sheets
Carcinoid Crisis
Fact Sheets
Carcinoid Crisis and Anaesthesia
Fact Sheets
Carcinoid Heart Disease
Fact Sheets
Carcinoid Syndrome
Educational Videos
Cardiac Issues in NETs – Dr Daniel Cehic
Symptoms
Chronic Inflammation and Neuroendocrine Cancer
Symptoms
