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Anatomy of the Stomach in Overview

The stomach is a J-shaped organ in the upper belly (abdomen). Read on to learn more about the stomach. ...more

Stomach Cancer: Introduction in Overview

Learn the basics about stomach cancer....more

Helicobacter Pylori in Overview

Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori) is a type of bacteria that infects your stomach. Learn more about this infection, including cause, risk factors, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment. ...more

Stomach Cancer: Risk Factors in Overview

Learn what factors increase your risk of stomach cancer....more

Stomach Cancer: Symptoms in Overview

Learn the more common symptoms of stomach cancer....more

Carcinoid Tumor in Overview

Carcinoid tumor is a rare type of tumor that grows slowly....more

Understanding Your Diagnosis See All

Stomach Cancer: Tests After Diagnosis in Understanding Your Diagnosis

After a diagnosis of stomach cancer, you will likely have other tests. These tests help your healthcare providers learn more about your cancer. Learn which tests you may have. ...more

Stomach Cancer: Diagnosis in Understanding Your Diagnosis

If your healthcare provider thinks you might have stomach cancer, you'll need certain exams and tests to be sure. Learn what tests are used to diagnose stomach cancer....more

Biopsy in Understanding Your Diagnosis

A detailed look at different types of biopsies, and how and why they are done....more

Barium Swallow in Understanding Your Diagnosis

A barium swallow is an imaging test that uses X-rays to look at your upper gastrointestinal (GI) tract. Your upper GI tract includes the back of your mouth and throat (pharynx) and your esophagus....more

Upper GI Endoscopy in Understanding Your Diagnosis

An upper GI endoscopy is a procedure to diagnose and treat problems in your upper GI (gastrointestinal) tract. Read on to learn more about the procedure, including why you might need it, how to get ready for it, and what happens during and after. ...more

Upper Gastrointestinal (GI) Series in Understanding Your Diagnosis

An upper gastrointestinal (GI) series is an imaging test of your esophagus, stomach, and the first part of your small intestine (duodenum). It is done with X-rays. Learn what to expect before, during, and after this test. ...more

Stomach Cancer: Newly Diagnosed in Understanding Your Diagnosis

Being told you have stomach cancer can be scary, and you may have many questions. But you have people on your healthcare team to help. ...more

Stomach Cancer: Stages in Understanding Your Diagnosis

Learn what the different stages of stomach cancer mean....more

Deciding on Treatment See AllChemotherapy See AllRadiation See AllSurgery See All

Stomach Cancer: Treatment Questions in Deciding on Treatment

Here are questions to ask your healthcare provider about your treatment for stomach cancer. ...more

Stomach Cancer: Treatment Introduction in Deciding on Treatment

Learn about the different treatment choices for stomach cancer....more

Managing Side Effects See AllChemotherapy Side Effects See AllOther Treatment Side Effects See All

Stomach Cancer: Targeted Therapy in Managing Side Effects

Targeted therapy uses medicines that target specific parts of certain types of cancer cells. Learn how this treatment is used for stomach cancer. ...more

General Nutrition Guidelines During Cancer Treatment in Managing Side Effects

You may have trouble eating or lose your appetite during cancer treatment. Read some tips that may help, including eating small, frequent meals throughout the day. ...more

Managing Cancer-Related Fatigue in Managing Side Effects, Other Treatment Side Effects

Fatigue can come and go or stay constant for a while. Fatigue from chemotherapy tends to happen a few days after the treatment, peaks, and then gets better before the next treatment. Fatigue from radiation may not happen right away....more

Cancer FAQs See All

Stomach Cancer: Overview in Cancer FAQs

There are different types of stomach cancer. They each grow in different parts of the stomach. Learn more about symptoms, diagnosis, and treatments. ...more

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