Stomach Cancer
Gastric or Stomach Cancer
The condition of cancer happens when normal cells in the body change and divide and spread uncontrollably. Gastric cancer, or stomach cancer, occurs when cancerous cells grow inside the stomach. The disease grows slowly over the years in the body. Stomach cancer can also grow into a tumor. Besides, the tumor may spread along the stomach wall or penetrate directly into the bloodstream. Other organs can be affected by cancer once it has spread beyond the stomach.
In India, it is one of the most common cancers among people in their 60s and 80s. 95% of cancer begins in the glandular tissue (lining the stomach). As an experienced stomach cancer specialist in Pune, Dr Neeraj Dhingra provides patients with the most effective treatments.
Causes of Stomach Cancer
The main reason for stomach cancer is a genetic change in your stomach cells. Furthermore, there are certain factors that can increase the risk of stomach cancer:
- Gastric
- GERD (Gastroesophageal reflux disease)
- Family history of stomach cancer
- H. pylori infection
- History of stomach ulcers
- Drinking too much alcohol
- Diets are high in fatty, salty, smoked, or pickled foods.
- Smoking, vaping, or chewing tobacco
- Fruits and vegetables are not included in this diet.
- Obesity
Gastric Cancer Specialist in Pune
If you experience these symptoms frequently, you may need to consult a stomach cancer specialist in Pune. Besides checking for any problems, a specialist can see if you have other risk factors. Additionally, you may experience more serious symptoms as stomach tumours grow, such as:
- Having yellow eyes or skin
- Swelling in your stomach
- Having stomach pains
- Blood in your stool
- Vomiting
- Sudden weight loss
- Trouble swallowing
- Serve diarrhea
- Weakness or feeling tired
- Heartburn
The best way to use these therapies in your particular case will be decided by your oncologist (cancer specialist). If you are facing any stomach cancer syndrome, you can take a consultant from Dr. Neeraj Dhingra to get the right direction.