Stomach cancer, the silent killer. Here are the signs and symptoms!

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Symptoms and signs of stomach cancer

 

 


As we mentioned in the introduction, stomach cancer is considered a « silent killer » because symptoms are often unclear in the early stages of the disease. However, common symptoms and signs of stomach cancer may include:

Upper abdominal pain: The patient may feel chronic pain or pressure in the upper abdomen.

Digestive disorders: These disorders may include chronic heartburn, frequent belching, and frequent constipation or diarrhea.

 

 

Anorexia  : Patients lose their appetite and avoid eating, leading to unexplained weight loss.

Persistent vomiting  : Vomiting may occur repeatedly and may sometimes be accompanied by blood.

Bloating in the abdomen:  There may be abnormal swelling in the abdomen due to a stomach tumor.

Changes in bowel movements:  Changes such as constipation or diarrhea may occur, and in some cases there may be blood in the stool.

 

 

Extreme fatigue and weakness:  The affected person may feel generally tired and weak as the disease progresses.

Swelling in the neck  : In some cases, swelling in the neck may occur due to metastasis of the tumor.

Diagnosis and examinations

Diagnosis of stomach cancer:
The diagnostic process begins with the patient’s medical history and a record of the symptoms they are experiencing. A clinical examination is then performed, and medical imaging is used to detect any changes in the stomach.

 

 

Common tests include:

Imaging of the stomach: This involves X-rays, ultrasound, MRI and computed tomography.

Examination of the pancreas and small intestine: This examination can determine the size of the tumor and check for metastases to the small intestine or pancreas.

Upper endoscopy: This involves passing a thin tube with a camera through the mouth and esophagus into the stomach to examine the stomach lining and take tissue samples.

Blood tests: This may include a blood test to look for possible signs of stomach cancer, such as high levels of certain chemical compounds.

Treatment options

Treatment of stomach cancer:

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