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Stomach cancers develop slowly, often without symptoms. Treatment depends on cancer location; for instance, GE junction cancers are treated like esophagus cancers.

Sunrise Oncology Centre is your premier destination for comprehensive care and support in the fight against stomach cancer. Be assured that you are in the hands of the finest professionals dedicated to your well-being. Our center proudly boasts the title of being the best hospital for stomach cancer treatment in India, with a team of esteemed specialists renowned for their expertise and compassion. Here, you will find solace in knowing that you are under the care of the best stomach cancer doctors in India, committed to personalized treatment plans tailored to your unique needs. With state-of-the-art facilities and a patient-centered approach, we strive to empower and guide you through every step of your battle against this formidable disease.

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Types of stomach cancer

Over 90% to 95% of stomach cancers are adenocarcinomas. They develop from mucosa cells in the stomach’s innermost lining

Stomach Adenocarcinomas are of 2 main types:

Has slightly better prognosis (outlook). The cancer cells might allow for treatment with targeted therapy.

Grows/spreads more quickly, is less common and harder to treat.

Other types of cancer that can start in the stomach are:

These tumors are uncommon and start in very early forms of stomach wall cells known as interstitial cells of Cajal. Some GISTs grow & spread to other parts of the body. Most GISTs start in the stomach (though they can start anywhere).

Neuroendocrine tumors (NETs) originate in stomach cells that act like nerve cells in some ways and hormone-making (endocrine) cells in others. The majority of NETs grow slow and do not spread, but some might.

These malignancies begin in lymphocytes, which are immune system cells. Although most lymphomas begin in other regions of the body, certain lymphomas can begin in the stomach wall. The type of lymphoma and other factors influence the course of treatment and prognosis for various tumors.

The stomach may additionally be a location of other cancers, such as squamous cell carcinomas, small cell carcinomas, and leiomyosarcomas, however, these tumors are extremely rare.

Causes and Risk Factors of Stomach Cancer

  • Age - The risk goes up as a person gets older.
  • Geography - More common in East Asia, Eastern Europe, and South and Central America.
  • Helicobacter pylori infection
  • Being overweight or obese
  • Diet - consuming large amounts of foods preserved by salting, such as salted fish and meat and pickled vegetables, and eating processed, grilled, or charcoaled meats.
  • Alcohol use
  • Tobacco use
  • Previous stomach surgery
  • Some types of stomach polyps
  • Pernicious anemia
  • Menetrier disease (hypertrophic gastropathy)
  • Epstein-Barr virus (EBV) infection
  • Having type A blood
  • Common variable immune deficiency (CVID)
  • Inherited cancer syndromes like
    • Hereditary diffuse gastric cancer (HDGC)
    • Lynch syndrome (hereditary non-polyposis colorectal cancer, or HNPCC)
    • Familial adenomatous polyposis (FAP)
    • Gastric adenoma and proximal polyposis of the stomach (GAPPS)
    • Li-Fraumeni syndrome
    • Peutz-Jeghers syndrome (PJS)
  • A family history of stomach cancer

Signs and Stomach Cancer Symptoms

  • Poor appetite
  • Weight loss (without trying)
  • Abdominal (belly) pain
  • Vague discomfort in the abdomen, usually above the navel
  • Feeling full after eating only a small meal
  • Heartburn or indigestion
  • Nausea
  • Vomiting, with or without blood
  • Swelling or fluid build-up in the abdomen
  • Blood in the stool
  • Feeling tired or weak, because of having too few red blood cells (anemia)
  • Yellowing of the skin and eyes (jaundice) if the cancer spreads to the liver

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Frequently Asked Questions

The best treatment varies by patient but often includes targeted therapy with trastuzumab, chemotherapy, and sometimes immunotherapy. Enhertu is now a preferred second-line treatment.

While a complete cure is rare for advanced cases, early-stage HER2-positive gastric cancer has a higher chance of successful treatment. Many new therapies are helping patients live longer with better quality of life.

Common stomach cancer symptoms include persistent indigestion, unexplained weight loss, abdominal pain, and difficulty swallowing. If symptoms persist, seek medical evaluation.

Yes, new drugs like trastuzumab deruxtecan (Enhertu) and zanidatamab are showing significant promise in improving survival rates and treatment response

Eating a healthy diet, staying physically active, managing stress, and following the doctor’s recommendations can improve treatment outcomes and overall well-being.

Early studies indicate high accuracy, making it a promising tool for early detection. However, further research is ongoing to confirm its effectiveness.

Common symptoms include persistent indigestion, unexplained weight loss, early satiety, nausea, and mild stomach discomfort.

In early stages, surgery and targeted therapy work best. In advanced stages, chemotherapy, radiation, and immunotherapy may be necessary.

Individuals with stomach cancer symptoms, a family history of gastric cancer, or other risk factors should consider getting tested.

Yes! A diet rich in fruits, vegetables, and lean proteins, along with avoiding smoking and alcohol, can reduce the risk of stomach cancer.

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