Stomach Cancer Is A Silent Killer! Here Are The Signs & Symptoms

-Weight loss (without trying)

-Abdominal (belly) pain

-Vague discomfort in the abdomen, usually above the navel

-A sense of fullness in the upper abdomen after eating a small meal

-Heartburn or indigestion

-Swelling or fluid build-up in the abdomen

-Low red blood cell count (anemia)

-Most of these symptoms are more likely to be caused by things other than cancer, such as a stomach virus or an ulcer.

They may also occur with other types of cancer. But people who have any of these problems, especially if they don’t go away or get worse, should check with their doctor so the cause can be found and treated.

-Since symptoms of stomach cancer often do not appear until the disease is advanced, only about 1 in 5 stomach cancers in the United States is found at an early stage, before it has spread to other areas of the body.

-Are You At Risk? Here Are The Most Common Factors That Increase Your Chances

-Age (over 55)

-Gender (males are two-thirds more likely than women)

-Diet high in foods that are smoked, dried, salted, or pickled

-Smoking and alcohol abuse

-Previous stomach surgery

-Family history

-Presence in stomach of bacteria called Helicobacter pylori, which may -cause ulcers

Note: You should be very careful and if you suffer from the warning signs of stomach cancer or are worried about your risk, talk to your doctor.

He or she may refer you to a gastroenterologist (a physician who specializes in digestive disorders) for further evaluation.

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