Carcinoid syndrome physical examination: Difference between revisions
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*[[Hirsutism]] | |||
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Tachycardia may be present | |||
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Hypertension and significant fluctuations in blood pressure may be present | |||
==References== | ==References== |
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Overview
A patient may present and verbally identify symptoms such as flushing and diarrhea or may not articulate them at all. During examination, evidence of T.I.P.S. - tricuspid insufficency pulmonic stenosis may appear. In many cases, increased levels of 5-HIAA may be found in urine specimens.
Physical Examination
Skin
Pulse
Rate
Tachycardia may be present
Blood Pressure
Hypertension and significant fluctuations in blood pressure may be present