Stomach Cancer

Stomach cancer, also called gastric cancer, is a form of cancer that starts in the stomach. The early-stage of stomach cancer rarely causes symptoms, therefore making it difficult to detect early. The signs and symptoms of stomach cancer can include:

• Poor appetite
  
• Weight loss (without trying)
  
• Abdominal (belly) pain
  
• Vague discomfort in the abdomen, usually above the navel
  
• A sense of fullness in the upper abdomen after eating a small meal
  
• Heartburn or indigestion
  
• Nausea
  
• Vomiting, with or without blood
  
• Swelling or fluid build-up in the abdomen
  
• Low red blood cell count (anemia)  

These symptoms also indicate less severe conditions, such as a stomach virus or an ulcer. They may also occur with other types of cancer. If you experience these symptoms, you should contact us to schedule an appointment with your doctor.