Warning signs of stomach cancer
Watch out for these are signs of stomach cancer that you shouldn’t ignore
Watch out for these are signs of stomach cancer that you shouldn’t ignore
Updated on Dec 02, 2022 04:00 PM IST 11 Photos
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Are you suffering from acidity? Is there constant sickness and vomiting? Then, you will need to beware as these signs can indicate stomach cancer. Yes, that’s right! In an interview with HT Lifestyle, Dr Roy Patankar, Gastroenterologist and Director of Zen Multispecialty Hospital in Mumbai's Chembur, explained, “Stomach cancer (gastric cancer) affects one’s stomach. Situated in the upper part of your abdomen (your gastrointestinal lot, or GI), the stomach is responsible for processing the food that you eat. Not many people know about stomach cancer and fail to seek timely intervention. Did you know? Stomach cancer can happen to anyone irrespective of their age. Thus, it will be imperative for you to watch out for various red flags of this type of cancer.” He listed the following as the signs of stomach cancer that you shouldn’t ignore: (Twitter/WebMD)
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1. The stomach bulges out: If you have stomach cancer then you may end up feeling full. This cancer will spread to the coating of the abdomen, causing liquid collection inside your stomach. It can prompt extreme bulging and you will look as if you are carrying the baby. (Unsplash)
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2. Acid Reflux: If you are constantly having acidity and are unable to carry out your daily activities with ease then it can be due to stomach cancer. Are you aware? Acidity is one of the prominent symptoms of this type of cancer. (Shutterstock)
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3. Vomiting: Having stomach cancer will invite symptoms such as vomiting. The food sources you eat and the juices you drink will be unable to pass toward your duodenum, which is the initial section of your digestive area. Thus, you will have some episodes of vomiting and may feel sick. (Shutterstock)
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