Stomach Cancer – Learn About

Stomach Cancer -Learn About juodA mse- Stomach cancer is also called gastric cancer. In 2013, more than 13,000 men and 8,000 women will be diagnosed with stomach cancer in the United States. Most will be over 70 years old. Risk Factors Long-term inflammation of Family history Poor diet, lack of physical activity, or obesity Helicobacter pylori infection the stomach Smoking Symptoms Discomfort or pain in the stomach area Difficulty swallowing Nausea and vomiting Feeling full or bloated after Vomiting blood or having blood in the stool Weightloss a small meal Diagnosis Physical exam Endoscopy Biopsy Treatment Surgery Chemotherapy Radiation Therapy Copyright © 2013 Learn About Cancer http://learnaboutcancer.net