Stomach Flu

Stomach cancer is staged by tumor size, level of spread to the lymph nodes and spread to other organs. The staging system is used by physicians to gauge the extent of growth and spread of the cancer cells. The patient’s age, the extent of the spread of the cancer and the condition of the patient’s […]

Although the exact causes of stomach cancer are unknown, certain risk factors are strongly correlated. The following lifestyle changes can reduce the likelihood of developing stomach cancer:
Quit smoking. Smoking is a major risk factor for stomach cancer. Patients should ask their physician about smoking cessation programs and other methods to quit smoking.
Limit alcohol. Too much […]

Factors influencing the patient’s treatment plan include the type and stage of the cancer, the patient’s general health and other contributing factors.  For most patients, a cancer care team will be established to diagnose and plan all aspects of the patient’s treatment. The team is typically headed up by a medical oncologist and may also […]

Physicians will use a variety of diagnostic methods to determine if cancer is present in an individual. Initially, the patient’s medical history will be compiled for possible contributing factors. A thorough physical examination will be completed with particular focus on the abdomen and lymph nodes.
A number of tests may be administered to help identify the […]

WEDNESDAY, Oct. 31 (HealthDay News) — Treatment of stomach cancer with an experimental chemotherapy drug after surgery improved survival rates for Japanese patients, a new study found.
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Stomach cancer (gastric cancer) can develop in any part of the stomach and spread to other organs.
The cause of stomach cancer is not known, but certain risk factors for stomach cancer have been identified.
Stomach ulcers do not appear to increase a person’s risk of developing stomach cancer.
Symptoms of stomach cancer are often vague.
Stomach cancer is […]

You may want more information for yourself, your family, and your doctor. The following National Cancer Institute (NCI) services are available to help you.
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The NCI’s Cancer Information Service (CIS) provides accurate, up-to-date information on cancer to patients and their families, health professionals, and the general public. Information Specialists explain the latest scientific information in plain […]

Doctors all over the country are conducting many types of clinical trials (research studies in which people volunteer to take part). For stomach cancer, they are studying surgery, chemotherapy, radiation therapy, and combinations of these types of treatment.
Clinical trials are designed to answer important questions and to find out whether new approaches are safe and […]

Living with a serious disease such as stomach cancer is not easy. You may worry about caring for your family, keeping your job, or continuing daily activities. Concerns about treatments and managing side effects, hospital stays, and medical bills are also common. Doctors, nurses, and other members of your health care team can answer questions […]

Some people with cancer use complementary and alternative medicine (CAM):
An approach is generally called complementary medicine when it is used along with standard treatment.
An approach is called alternative medicine when it is used instead of standard treatment.
Acupuncture, massage therapy, herbal products, vitamins or special diets, visualization, meditation, and spiritual healing are types of CAM.
Many people […]