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1. www.mayoclinic.org › diseases-conditions › stomachStomach cancer - Symptoms and causes - Mayo Clinic

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   Jun 19, 2024 · Symptoms might not happen until the cancer is advanced. Later stages of stomach cancer might cause symptoms such as feeling very tired, losing weight without trying, vomiting blood and having black stools. Stomach cancer that spreads to other parts of the body is called metastatic stomach cancer. It causes symptoms specific to where it spreads.

2. my.clevelandclinic.org › health › diseasesStomach Cancer: Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis & Treatment

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   What causes stomach cancer? Stomach cancer forms when there’s a genetic mutation (change) in the DNA of your stomach cells. DNA is the code that tells cells when to grow and when to die. Because of the mutation, the cells grow rapidly and eventually form a tumor instead of dying.

3. www.webmd.com › cancer › stomach-gastric-cancerStomach Cancer Causes, Symptoms, Treatments - WebMD

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   Stomach cancer begins when cancer cells form in the inner lining of your stomach.These cells can grow into a tumor. Also called gastric cancer, the disease usually grows slowly over many years ...

4. www.healthline.com › health › gastric-cancerStomach Cancer: Causes, Symptoms, Risks, Treatment, Prognosis

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   Apr 8, 2022 · Stomach cancer occurs when cancerous cells grow within the lining of the stomach. Learn about the risk factors, symptoms, diagnosis, stages, and treatment options for this disease.

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5. www.cancer.org › cancer › typesCauses of Stomach Cancer | How Do You Get Stomach Cancer?

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   Stomach cancer can be caused by pre-cancerous changes, DNA damage, or inherited gene mutations. Learn about the risk factors, such as H pylori infection, tobacco use, and diet, that may affect the development of stomach cancer.

6. www.medicalnewstoday.com › articles › adenocarcinomaAdenocarcinoma stomach cancer: Symptoms, causes, and treatment

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   Jun 19, 2024 · Adenocarcinoma is the most common form of stomach cancer. It can cause digestive issues and abdominal pain. Its causes stem from genetic, dietary, and lifestyle factors, while treatment ranges ...

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   Which part of the stomach is most likely to cause cancer?

   • This part is called the stomach body. In the United States, stomach cancer is more likely to start by the gastroesophageal junction. This is the part where the long tube that carries food you swallow meets the stomach. The tube that carries food to the stomach is called the esophagus.

   Stomach cancer - Symptoms and causes - Mayo Clinic

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   How does stomach cancer form?

   • Stomach cancer forms when there’s a genetic mutation (change) in the DNA of your stomach cells. DNA is the code that tells cells when to grow and when to die. Because of the mutation, the cells grow rapidly and eventually form a tumor instead of dying. The cancer cells overtake healthy cells and may spread to other parts of your body (metastasize).

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   What is stomach cancer?

   • Stomach cancer, which is also called gastric cancer, is a growth of cells that starts in the stomach. The stomach is in the upper middle part of the belly, just below the ribs. The stomach helps to break down and digest food. Stomach cancer can happen in any part of the stomach.

   Stomach cancer - Symptoms and causes - Mayo Clinic

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   Why is stomach cancer so difficult to treat?

   • When the origin is unknown, it can be difficult to diagnose and stage the cancer. This makes the cancer harder to treat. It’s also more difficult to treat stomach cancer once it reaches the later stages. If your cancer is more advanced, you may want to consider participating in a clinical trial.

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   What are the risk factors for stomach cancer?

   • There are several known risk factors that could increase your risk of developing stomach cancer, for instance, smoking doubles your risk of stomach cancer, family history of stomach cancer, infection with H. pylori, long-term stomach inflammation, gastroesophageal reflux disease, or stomach polyps.

   Stomach cancer - Symptoms and causes - Mayo Clinic

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8. cancer.ca › en › cancer-informationStomach cancer - Canadian Cancer Society

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   Stomach cancer can spread (metastasize) to lymph nodes, organs in the abdomen and other parts of the body. Learn more ...