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Stomach Cancer Vs Stomach Ulcer.. by allenberryworld(f): 9:25am On Jun 06, 2018 |
Stomach Cancer vs. Stomach Ulcers - Differences in Symptoms and Signs. Stomach cancer is a type of cancer that begins in the stomach. The most common type of stomach cancer is adenocarcinoma, which develops from the cells of the innermost lining of the stomach (the mucosa).Stomach ulcers (peptic ulcers) are open sores in the upper digestive (gastrointestinal, GI) tract. There are two types of peptic ulcers. Gastric ulcers, which form in the lining of the stomach, and duodenal ulcers, which form in the upper part of the small intestine. Sometimes there are no signs or symptoms of stomach cancer or duodenal or gastric ulcers, and when they do occur, they may include nausea and loss of appetite with no clear cause. Other similar signs and symptoms of stomach cancer and stomach ulcers include weight loss and anemia. Symptoms of anemia include:Fatigue (a late stage stomach cancer symptom)Lack of energy, Weakness, Rapid heartbeat, Pale skin Early signs and symptoms of stomach cancer that are different from stomach ulcers include:Mild upper abdominal discomfort Difficulty swallowing due to a tumor ,A feeling of fullness after eating a small amount of food, Late signs and symptoms of stomach cancer that are different from gastric or duodenal ulcers include:Fatigue, Severe nausea and vomiting, Weight loss, Anemia,Vomiting blood or dark material that looks like coffee grounds, or passing black stools caused by bleeding. The first early symptom of a stomach ulcer is severe upper abdominal pain. Usually, this type of abdominal pain does not occur in stomach cancer..The most common symptoms of stomach ulcers are abdominal pain and vomiting..Stomach cancer is caused by risk factors that include:Low socioeconomic status, Male gender, Smoking, Advanced age, prior diagnosis of pernicious anemia (vitamin B12 deficiency)A diet deficient in fresh fruits and vegetables, and rich in salted or smoked fish or meats and poorly preserved foods, Family history of stomach cancer. Having type A blood chronic Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori) infections, Prior removal of part of the stomach to treat a benign (noncancerous) stomach or a duodenal ulcer. Stomach ulcers or peptic ulcers are caused by an imbalance between stomach acid and an enzyme called pepsin, coupled with the digestive tract's inability to protect itself from these harsh substances. Risk factors that contribute to this imbalance that causes stomach ulcers include:H. pylori infection, Aspirin and nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), for example, ibuprofen (Advil) and naproxen (Aleve, Naprosyn).AlcoholPhysical stress, Caffeine, Smoking, Radiation therapy. Advanced age with conditions such as arthritis, Prior ulcers or intestinal bleeding ,Duodenal ulcers are noncancerous (benign). Occasionally, gastric ulcers can be come cancerous (gastric cancer).Vomiting blood, passing black stools, or blood in the stool (blood loss) also may be signs of stomach cancer and peptic ulcers. Stomach cancer is the fourth most frequent cause of cancer-related death worldwide. The most common form of cancer that affects the stomach is adenocarcinoma, which arises in the glands of the innermost layer of the stomach. Gastric cancer tends to spread through the wall of the stomach and from there into the adjoining organs (pancreas and spleen) and lymph nodes. It can spread through the bloodstream and lymph system (metastasize) to distant organs such as the liver, bones, and lungs. You can whatsapp me on 09063966883 for the cure of any of the two types of stomach ulcers. NB: The number is strictly for anyone having this challenges or other related ones. Make your health a priority! God bless.
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