A Neuroendocrine tumor is a type of cancer where neuroendocrine cells develop into tumors. Whereas Gastroenteropancreatic Neuroendocrine Tumors (GEP-NETs) are tumors that arise from neuroendocrine cells in the gut. A Neuroendocrine Tumor grows slowly and aggressively and tends to spread to other parts of the body. Many times neuroendocrine tumor symptoms aren’t detected incidentally. Because when GEP-NETs occur, their symptoms can vary on the basis of the location of the tumor. In rare cases, skin flushing or fluctuating blood sugar levels may occur. Gastroenteropancreatic Neuroendocrine Tumors symptoms depend on where the tumor is growing in the gut and whether it pr...
