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Information about

neuroendocrine cancer

Explore clear, trusted information about neuroendocrine cancer, including the different types, possible causes, symptoms and treatment.

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What is neuroendocrine cancer?

Neuroendocrine cancer starts in cells called neuroendocrine cells, which release hormones and are found throughout the body. Find clear, trusted facts about how it starts, how it is checked and what the different types mean.

Published: 11 months ago

By Neuroendocrine Cancer UK

Specialist care and your rights as a patient

Specialist neuroendocrine cancer services bring together healthcare professionals from different disciplines to review and plan care. Find out how to access them, and what rights you have as a patient.

Published: 1 month ago

By Neuroendocrine Cancer UK

Information and education events

From fundraising challenges and awareness days to support groups and educational webinars, keep up to date with our upcoming events. You can also add your own community fundraiser to our calendar.

Published: 11 months ago

By Neuroendocrine Cancer UK

Handbook and resources

An interactive practical toolkit for everyone living with neuroendocrine cancer, bringing together guidance, information and resources in one place for you to use at your own pace.

Published: 7 months ago

By Neuroendocrine Cancer UK
Digital illustration of the human torso highlighting the digestive and endocrine organs, often affected by neuroendocrine cancer.

Your cancer primary site

Neuroendocrine cancer can affect many different parts of the body. Browse our information by cancer type, from the appendix and bowel to the lung, pancreas and adrenal glands.

Published: 11 months ago

By Neuroendocrine Cancer UK