What is a Carcinoid Syndrome?

A Carcinoid Syndrome is a medical syndrome which is caused by a malignant tumour (normally in the gastrointestinal tract) that results in the stimulation of glands which release vast quantities of various hormones.

The hormones most commonly responsible for the symptoms is normally serotonin.

What treatment is available for Carcinoid Syndrome?

Treatments for Carcinoid Syndrome are primarily palliative; however, if able to surgically remove the primary tumours, this should be done, and then secondary treatment should involve medications that control the symptoms.