Stomach cancer

Stomach cancer, or gastric cancer, develops when stomach cells grow uncontrollably, forming tumors. It can spread to other parts of the body if untreated. Symptoms include stomach pain, bloating, nausea, difficulty swallowing, and unexplained weight loss.

Stomach cancer is typically found in the elderly. Men are more likely to be affected than women. Other risk factors for the disease are smoking, obesity, stomach diseases, excessive alcohol consumption, and hereditary conditions.

Depending on the extent of the cancer, treatment options may include surgery, chemotherapy, radiation therapy, or a combination of these.