Stomach cancer is a malignant neoplasm in the gastric mucosa and belongs to the most common type of cancer lesions.
It is sporadic in the early stages, most often in stage IV, and leads to death. But the sooner it is possible to detect stomach cancer, the more likely it is to recover completely.
Symptoms of stomach cancer at different stages
Because this pathology can be detected at different stages, the symptoms divided into two categories: early and late.
Early signs include:
- Weight loss for no apparent reason
- decreased appetite
- Frequent nausea and vomiting
- Intolerance to the smell and taste of meat
- Pain in the stomach
- Constant feeling of a full stomach
As such, the disease most often detected at more advanced stages, then the late symptoms of stomach cancer have formed:
- Bleeding in the form of “coffee grounds” with vomiting and stool
- Tinea pains when germinating in neighboring organs
- Severe dystrophy
It is worth noting that between the first and second symptoms it can take from a couple of months to several years. For this reason, a manifestation of complications is possible.
Diagnosis of cancer in women and men
To confirm or refute the diagnosis, laboratory, and instrumental methods used.
Laboratory tests include:
- Biopsy examination
- General blood analysis
- Identification of cancer markers
And the most informative instrumental procedures can be considered:
- Gastroscopy
- Laparoscopy
- Contrast radiotherapy
All of these surgical interventions can reveal the presence of a tumor and its location. Also, this will allow you to take a piece of tissue for a detailed study.
Treatment and prevention of stomach cancer
The only way to defeat this type of malignant lesion of the body is an operation to remove the stomach (gastrectomy) or part of it (resection of the stomach).
Chemotherapy is only an adjunct to surgery.
Together with the stomach, other organs that managed to become infected simultaneously removed.
After completion of treatment, life expectancy may be an average of 5 to 10 years. It depends on the stage of cancer and the degree of destruction of tissues and organs.
To reduce the likelihood of stomach cancer, visit your gastroenterologist regularly, and give up bad habits.
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