Stomach cancer: signs that require immediate medical attention

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With the appearance certain digestive problems should be consulted with a doctor.

The stomach is an irreplaceable organ: it is here that all the food and drinks consumed during the day enter. The food is then processed by gastric juice and transported in small portions to the small intestine. Stomach cancer (carcinoma) is often not recognized until late, because the first symptoms are not always obvious.

However, there are some signs that you should see a doctor.

“Symptoms, associated with stomach cancer, are quite non-specific. The first manifestations of the disease can be problems with digestion, nausea, loss of appetite, discomfort in the stomach,” the doctors emphasize.

Other symptoms may appear with the development of the tumor. The following symptoms require immediate medical attention.

• Problems with swallowing.
• Fewer episodes of nausea.
• Loss of appetite.
• Unexplained weight loss.
• Anemia.
• Unusual dark stools
• Feeling of pressure, fullness in upper abdomen
• Fatigue, low energy and productivity.

Who is prone to stomach cancer? According to the Robert Koch Institute, men get sick more often than women. It is not known exactly what causes the disease. However, there are some risk factors that can contribute to the development of stomach cancer.

• Smoking.
• Excessive alcohol consumption.
• Frequent use of salty, dried or smoked products.
• Deficiency in eating fruits and vegetables.
• Chronic inflammation of the stomach lining caused by Helicobacter pylori bacteria.
• Anemia due to vitamin deficiency B12.
• Genetic predisposition.