4. Indigestion
Discomfort in the upper abdomen is described by the general term of indigestion. Even though any kind of inflammation or irritation in the stomach area can cause the symptoms, you should pay attention if they persist for too long. Even though, in most cases, indigestion is not a sign of stomach cancer, it could be.
It’s not unusual to experience indigestion after eating too fast or a meal that we didn’t really enjoy. But it’s unusual if you experience indigestion repeatedly and you should speak to a doctor.
5. Feeling Full After Eating a Small Amount of Food
Many people who are dealing with stomach cancer, experience the feeling of fullness even though they have eaten just a little bit. If you are one of these people, make sure you follow when it happens and if it does occur often, set an appointment for a check-up. The fluid buildup caused by the cancer can create the illusion of a full stomach, not letting you eat.
This symptom is probably one of the most awful ones because as long as you can’t feed yourself properly, you can’t heal. Your body needs vitamins and nutrients to fight cancer and, by not eating, you are just slowing down the healing process. Of course, it’s not your fault. You lose control of your body in situations like this, that is why is best to detect cancer as early as possible.
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I am suppose have a biposy ever 9 mo but due to insurance i haven’t had one in 4 yr
This article caught my eye because I just came home from the Emergency Room at our local hospital. For 6 days now, I have been experiencing sharp pains in my upper abdomen and some constipation. I have not been able to maintain my regular schedule at all. It is a sharp pain, followed by cramping; and it lasts for 2-4 hours each time it happens.
The ER doc ordered a CT scan with and without contrast, and it came back ‘normal’. They also did blood work and an EKG. All tests were normal.
I am a breast cancer survivor of 5 1/2 years, and this new illness (whatever it is) is alarming.