A 50 years old lady with history of carcinoid syndrome complains of flushing and diarrhea. Which of the following is not true regarding this syndrome?
Correct Answer: Bright-red patchy flushing is typically seen with ileal carcinoids
Description: Carcinoid syndrome: Occurs in <10% of carcinoid tumors Precipitated by Stress , Sex, Alcohol , Heavy meal . Bright-red patchy flushing is typically seen in Gastric carcinoids MC symptom - Abdominal pain Octreotide injection reduces symptoms of flushing and diarrhea Best investigation - DOPA - PET
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