Stomach cancer, also known as gastric cancer, is a type of cancer that begins in the stomach. The stomach is located just below the ribs in the upper middle of the abdomen., just below the ribs. The stomach aids in the breakdown and digestion of food.
Stomach cancer can occur anywhere in the stomach. The majority of stomach cancers in the world occur in the main part of the stomach.
In its early stages, stomach cancer does not always cause symptoms. When they occur, symptoms may include indigestion and pain in the upper abdomen. Symptoms may not appear until the cancer has spread. Later stages of stomach cancer may cause symptoms such as fatigue, weight loss without effort, vomiting blood, and black stools.
It may cause fluid to accumulate in the stomach. The stomach may appear swollen.
Adenocarcinoma
Stromal tumours of the intestine (GIST)
Tumors that are carcinoid
Lymphoma
Consume an abundance of fruits and vegetables
Reduce your intake of salty and smoked foods
Quit smoking. Quit smoking if you smoke
Inform your doctor if stomach cancer runs in your family
Endoscopy
Obtaining a tissue sample for testing
Identifying the Stage of Gastric Cancer
Blood tests are performed
Ultrasound of the stomach
An ultrasound
Imaging examinations
Surgery