Neuroendocrine Tumors are cancers that begin in specialized cells called neuroendocrine cells. Neuroendocrine cells have traits similar to those of nerve cells and hormone-producing cells.

Neuroendocrine Tumors are rare and can occur anywhere in the body. Most Neuroendocrine Tumors occur in the lungs, appendix, small intestine, rectum and pancreas.

There are many types of Neuroendocrine Tumors. Some grow slowly and some grow very quickly. Some Neuroendocrine Tumors produce excess hormones (functional neuroendocrine tumors).

Neuroendocrine Tumor Signs and Symptoms might include :

• Pain from a Growing Tumor

• A Growing lump you can feel under the skin
• Feeling unusually tired
• Losing Weight without trying

Following Factors increase your Risk for NET :

• Gender

• Age
• Family History
• Environment and Diet
• Race/ethnicity
• Tuberous Sclerosis
• Neurofibromatosis

• Surgery :
Surgery is used to remove the tumor. When possible, surgeons work to remove the entire tumor and some of the healthy tissue that surrounds it. If the tumor can't be removed completely, it might help to remove as much of it as possible.
• Chemotherapy :
Chemotherapy uses strong drugs to kill tumor cells. It can be given through a vein in your arm or taken as a pill. Chemotherapy might be recommended if there's a risk that your neuroendocrine tumor might recur after surgery. It might also be used for advanced tumors that can't be removed with surgery.
• Targeted Drug Therapy :
Targeted drug treatments focus on specific abnormalities present within tumor cells. By blocking these abnormalities, targeted drug treatments can cause tumor cells to die. Targeted drug therapy is usually combined with chemotherapy for advanced neuroendocrine tumors.
• Radiation Therapy :
Radiation therapy uses powerful energy beams, such as X-rays and protons, to kill tumor cells. Some types of neuroendocrine tumors may respond to radiation therapy. It might be recommended if surgery isn't an option.