Stomach Cancer Specialist in Delhi

The condition of cancer happens when normal cells in the body change and divide and spread uncontrollably. Gastric cancer, or stomach cancer, occurs when cancerous cells grow inside the stomach. The disease grows slowly over the years in the body. Stomach cancer can also grow into a tumor. Besides, the tumor may spread along the stomach wall or penetrate directly into the bloodstream. Other organs can be affected by cancer once it has spread beyond the stomach.

In India, it is one of the most common cancers among people in their 60s and 80s. 95% of cancer begins in the glandular tissue (lining the stomach). As an experienced stomach cancer specialist in Delhi, Dr Priya Tiwari provides patients with the most effective treatments.

Causes of Stomach Cancer

The main reason for stomach cancer is a genetic change in your stomach cells. Furthermore, there are certain factors that can increase the risk of stomach cancer:

Gastric
GERD (Gastroesophageal reflux disease)
Family history of stomach cancer
H. pylori infection
History of stomach ulcers
Drinking too much alcohol
Diets are high in fatty, salty, smoked, or pickled foods.
Smoking, vaping, or chewing tobacco.
Fruits and vegetables are not included in this diet.
Obesity

Symptoms of Stomach Cancer

Stomach cancer in its early stages can cause:

Anxiety
Bloating after eating
Heartburn
Nausea
Loss of appetite

If you experience these symptoms frequently, you may need to consult a stomach cancer specialist in Delhi. Besides checking for any problems, a specialist can see if you have other risk factors. Additionally, you may experience more serious symptoms as stomach tumours grow, such as:

Having yellow eyes or skin
Swelling in your stomach
Having stomach pains
Blood in your stool
Vomiting

Sudden weight loss
Trouble swallowing
Serve diarrhea
Weakness or feeling tired
Heartburn

Tests that you require before the treatment of stomach cancer

Blood tests
An endoscopy,
A CT scan or PET-CT scan to detect disease sites
Tumor markers like CEA, CA19.9 and CA-125 determine disease burden and treatment options.
Occasionally, other tests are required

Is Stomach Cancer curable?

Yes, stomach cancer is a curable disease. With the proper use of treatments, most patients can be completely cured of their stomach cancer. You should consult a medical oncologist (cancer specialist). Dr. Priya Tiwari provides compassionate care and comprehensive treatment to cancer patients. It is her mission to treat cancer in a way that can control and cure it. With 10 years of experience, she can choose the right treatment for you. She will review your medical history and examine your stomach for an apparent mass. She will advise several tests as part of the diagnosis and staging process.

Treatments for Stomach Cancer

Chemotherapy to kill cancer cells
Targeted therapy: The use of drugs that target specific changes in cancer cells, allowing highly effective treatment with negligible side effects
Immunotherapy: Using drugs to allow the body to kill cancer cells
Surgery to remove cancer from the body
Radiation therapy: killing cancer cells with invisible beams of high energy

The best way to use these therapies in your particular case will be decided by your oncologist (cancer specialist). If you are facing any stomach cancer syndrome, you can take a consultant from Dr. Priya Tiwari to get the right direction.

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