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Stomach (Gastric) Cancer

Stomach cancer, also called gastric cancer, starts in the stomach lining. It's more common in South Asia and is often linked to diet, H. pylori infection, and smoking. Early symptoms can be vague, making awareness crucial.

✅ Is It Treatable?

YES - when caught early (Stage I), the 5-year survival rate can exceed 70%. Treating H. pylori infection early and dietary changes can significantly reduce your risk.

⚠️ Warning Signs

  • ●Persistent indigestion or heartburn
  • ●Loss of appetite and unexplained weight loss
  • ●Nausea and vomiting
  • ●Feeling bloated after eating
  • ●Blood in stool or black stools
  • ●Stomach pain, especially after meals

🔴 Risk Factors

  • ●H. pylori bacterial infection
  • ●Diet high in smoked, salted, or pickled foods
  • ●Smoking
  • ●Family history
  • ●Chronic gastritis
  • ●Pernicious anemia
  • ●Previous stomach surgery

🔍 Screening & Detection

Upper endoscopy (gastroscopy) for those with risk factors. H. pylori testing and treatment can prevent stomach cancer.

💊 Treatment Options

Surgery (gastrectomy), chemotherapy, radiation therapy, targeted therapy, and immunotherapy. Treatment depends on the cancer stage and location.

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