Islet Cell Tumor treatment in Miguel Hidalgo

An islet of Langerhans tumor is a growth that develops in the islet cells of the pancreas, which are responsible for producing hormones that regulate, among other functions, blood sugar. It may be benign or, less often, of malignant behavior.

Possible manifestations: Some produce excess hormones and cause symptoms such as dizziness, sweating, tremor, or digestive discomfort, while others go unnoticed for some time.

When to seek care? It is worth consulting when there are repeated episodes of symptoms suggesting hormonal imbalances or persistent abdominal discomfort.

Which specialist treats it? Its evaluation may involve the oncologist, the endoscopist, and other professionals depending on the case. Raising these symptoms with a specialist helps guide the necessary testing.