Gastrinoma treatment in Cuauhtémoc

A gastrinoma is a rare tumor that produces excess gastrin, a hormone that stimulates acid secretion in the stomach. It is usually located in the pancreas or the duodenum.

How does it show up? The excess acid can cause recurring digestive ulcers, pain in the upper abdomen, diarrhea and persistent reflux.

Context: It is sometimes associated with inherited hormonal syndromes that affect several glands.

Who studies it? The gastroenterologist evaluates the digestive symptoms and guides the workup to identify the hormonal origin of the problem. When digestive tract discomfort is recurrent and does not resolve with usual measures, a specialized evaluation is advisable to clarify the cause.