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Introduction to Gastric Cancer
Gastric cancer or stomach cancer is cancer of the stomach
which is located in the upper abdomen. It is a malignant
disease that occurs in the stomach. It occurs more in
men as is most common in the age group above 55.
Symptoms and Diagnosis of gastric
Cancer 
When the symptoms of gastric cancer begin to show, it
indicate advanced stages of the disease. These symptoms
include
Abdominal discomfort or pain
Blood in stool
Bloating (especially after eating)
Diarrhea or constipation
Fatigue
Gastrointestinal bleeding
Indigestion or heartburn
Loss of appetite (anorexia)
Nausea and vomiting
Weight loss
For diagnosis of Gastric cancer, physical examination
and laboratory tests are performed .A tumor or mass
may indicate advanced stages. Tests for diagnosis of
gastric cancer includes fecal occult blood test, complete
blood count, upper I.G series, gastroscopy and imaging
tests.
Treatment for gastric cancer
Treatment for gastric cancer depends on the location
and extent of the tumor, the stage of the disease and
the medical condition of the patient. The only curative
treatment is surgical removal or resection. Other than
this, chemotherapy or radiation therapy can also be
provided as adjuvant treatment.
Risk factors and causes of
Gastric Cancer
There are no fixed causes of gastric cancer. However,
the risk factors in gastric cancer includes a diet that
is high in salt and nitrates and low in vitamins A and
C. Medical conditions like vitamin B 12 deficiency,
chronic inflammation of the stomach, intestinal polyps
can also increase the risks of gastric cancer. There
can also be some hereditary risk factors.
There are various kinds of treatment and facilities
for treatment and diagnosis of gastric cancer at the
Apollo hospitals.
Note:
- Prices are subject to change or withdrawal without notice.
- These are indicative prices only and may vary depending on the conditon of the patient, at the time of admission.
- Apollo will provide final estimates at the time of patient's admission.
- Single room is well furnished with Bed, Sofa-cum-Bed for Companion, Cupboard, Medicine Drawer, TV, Telephone and
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- Stay and food for one Companion with patient in a Single Room is included in the above packages.
- Services like Mobile, Laundry etc. will be charged extra.
- Post-stay outside the Hospital is at the personal expense of the patient and is not included in the above prices.
- 1 US $ = INR 45
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