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Pheochromocytoma

A pheochromocytoma is a type of neuroendocrine tumour that originates from the chromaffin cells of the adrenal gland, which is located on top of the kidneys. These cells are responsible for producing and releasing hormones like adrenaline and noradrenaline, which are crucial for your body’s stress response. Most (about 75-90%) of pheochromocytomas are non-cancerous tumours. …
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Paraganglioma

What is a paraganglioma? A paraganglioma is a type of neuroendocrine tumour. It starts from the specialized neuroendocrine cells that are part of the autonomic nervous system. What are the symptoms of a paraganglioma? The symptoms of a paraganglioma depend on the location of the tumour and the type of cells found in the tumour. …
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