Insulinoma

Insulinomas are rare NETs that start in the insulin making cells of the pancreas. They make the hormone insulin which controls the amount of sugar (glucose) in your body.

The symptoms of insulinoma can be vague and are usually caused by changes in your blood sugar levels.

There are some factors that increase your risk of developing a pancreatic NET. This includes some medical conditions.

You have some tests to diagnose an insulinoma. This might include a fasting test.

The stage and grade of a pancreatic NET helps your doctor decide which treatment you need.

The treatment you have depends on a number of things such as where the insulinoma is, its size and whether it has spread.

Researchers are looking at improving the diagnosis, treatment and quality of life of people with pancreatic NETs.

You have follow up appointments to check how you are and see if you have any problems or worries.

Get practical and emotional support to help you cope with a neuroendocrine tumour.

Survival for insulinomas depends on many factors. So no one can tell you exactly how long you will live.