Symptoms and signs of stomach cancer
As we noted in the introduction, stomach cancer is considered the “silent killer” because symptoms are often not obvious in the early stages of the disease. However, common symptoms and signs of stomach cancer can include:
Upper abdominal pain: The sufferer may feel chronic pain or pressure in the upper abdomen.
Digestive disorders: These disorders can include chronic acidity, frequent belching, and frequent constipation or diarrhea.
Anorexia: Patients lose their appetite for food and avoid eating, leading to unexplained weight loss.
Persistent vomiting: Vomiting may be repeated and may sometimes contain blood.
Abdominal bloating: There can be abnormal bloating in the abdomen due to a gastric tumor.
Changes in stool habits: Changes such as constipation or diarrhea, and in some cases blood in the stool, can occur.
Extreme fatigue and weakness: The affected person may feel generally tired and weak as a result of the progression of the disease.
Neck swelling: In some cases, swelling may appear in the neck area as a result of the spread of the tumor.
