Surgery is usually not indicated except for isolated tumor . The goal of treatment is to control the symptoms. Increased protein in diet is often recommended and nicotinamide supplements may be prescribed. Somatostatin and similar medications may be effective in reducing the episodes of flushing and diarrhea and in reversing the hypotension . The symptoms may be controllable with medication.
Hypotension increases the risk of falls and subsequent injury.
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