Question

A 58-year-old woman presents with unintentional weight loss, diarrhea, and flushing episodes. CT scan reveals a small ileal mass, and 24-hour urinary 5-HIAA is elevated. What is the most appropriate initial treatment for symptomatic control of flushing and diarrhea?

Accepted Answer

Somatostatin analog therapy

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High-dose loperamide

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Systemic chemotherapy

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High-dose corticosteroids

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Pancreatic enzyme supplementation

Practice question

A 58-year-old woman presents with unintentional weight loss, diarrhea, and flushing episodes. CT scan reveals a small ileal mass, and 24-hour urinary 5-HIAA is elevated. What is the most appropriate initial treatment for symptomatic control of flushing and diarrhea?