What is another word for carcinoid?
Pronunciation: [kˈɑːsɪnˌɔ͡ɪd] (IPA) 
Carcinoid is a medical term used to describe a type of neuroendocrine tumor that arises from cells in the digestive tract and the lungs. It is a rare form of cancer and can be difficult to diagnose due to its varied symptoms which can often be attributed to other conditions. There are several synonyms that can be used for the term carcinoid including carcinoid tumor, neuroendocrine tumor, islet cell tumor, and endocrine tumor. These synonyms are often used interchangeably by medical professionals to describe this particular form of cancer. While carcinoid is a rare type of cancer, early detection and treatment can greatly improve a patient's outcome.
