Hi everyone,
I had a carcinoid tumour removed from my stomach a few years ago and I’m regularly scanned at the Royal Free hospital in London. My question though is does anybody know if having a previous tumour weakens your immune system? The reason I ask is because I keep reading that people with a weak immune system are more likely so suffer more if catching this outbreak of Coronavirus.
Hi and a very warm welcome to the online community
A lot of people are currently worried about the corona virus so I can understand why you're asking this question.
I think a carcinoid tumour is also called a neuroendocrine tumour. As the community is divided up into cancer specific groups, could I suggest that you join and post this question in the neuroendocrine tumour or stomach cancer group depending on which group you feel is most relevant to you. Of course you could join both! In these groups you'll hopefully find others who can answer your question.
To join just click on the links I've created and then choose 'join this group' on the pages that open. You can then introduce yourself and post questions after selecting 'start a discussion' and join in with existing conversations by clicking on 'reply'.
When you have a minute it would be useful if could pop something about your journey so far into your profile as it really helps others when answering or looking for someone with a similar diagnosis. It also means that you don't have to keep repeating yourself. To do this click on your username and then select 'Edit Profile'. You can amend it at any time and if you're not sure what to write you can take a look at mine by clicking on my username.
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Hi and welcome to the Online Community, although I am sorry to see you finding us and so sorry to hear about your diagnosis - this must have been a big shock to you.
The Coronavirus is no different from any other virus we can catch with a lowered immune system - this is some information that I have followed for many years on blood cancer treatment Avoiding Infections
A cancer diagnosis can bring a lot of stress, confusion and many questions but talking with people who are on the same journey can help a lot so can I first highlight our very supportive Neuroendocrine tumours group.
Posting in this group will open up your concerns to a wider group of people who know exactly what you are going through at the moment.
Follow the link I've created, join the group then introduce yourself to the group and post questions after selecting 'start a discussion' and you can also join in with existing conversations by clicking on 'reply'.
Can I also highly recommend our various Macmillan Support Line Services - you can call them free on 0808 808 00 00 This service covers Emotional Support, Practical Information. Clinical Information, Financial Support and Work Guidance mostly open 8.00 to 8.00 but check the link and you may also find our Ask an Expert section helpful.
Talking to people face to face can help a lot so check to see if you have any Local Macmillan Support in your area or a Maggie’s Centre as these folks are amazing.
You may want to put some information in your profile as this can help a lot. Click here to see how to add details as this helps everyone to see a little about you and how best to reply to you.
All the very best.
