Cancer- Symptoms
Stomach Cancer- Symptoms
In this article you will find out more about body changes and other things that can signal a problem that may need medical care.
Overview
People with stomach cancer may experience the following symptoms or signs. Sometimes, people with stomach cancer do not have any of these changes. Or, the cause may be a different medical condition that is not cancer.
Symptoms
Stomach cancer is usually not found at an early stage because it often does not cause specific symptoms. When symptoms do occur, they may be vague and can include those listed below. It is important to remember that these symptoms can also be caused by many other illnesses, such as a stomach virus or an ulcer.
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Indigestion or heartburn
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Pain or discomfort in the abdomen
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Nausea and vomiting, particularly vomiting up solid food shortly after eating
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Diarrhea or constipation
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Bloating of the stomach after meals
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Loss of appetite
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Sensation of food getting stuck in the throat while eating
Symptoms of advanced stomach cancer may include:
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Weakness and fatigue
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Vomiting blood or having blood in the stool
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Unexplained weight loss
If you are concerned about any changes you experience, please talk with your doctor. Your doctor will ask how long and how often you’ve been experiencing the symptom(s), in addition to other questions. This is to help figure out the cause of the problem, called a diagnosis.
If cancer is diagnosed, relieving symptoms remains an important part of cancer care and treatment. It is often started soon after diagnosis and continued throughout treatment. This may be called palliative care or supportive care. Be sure to talk with your health care team about the symptoms you experience, including any new symptoms or a change in symptoms.
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