The Looming Threat: Stomach Cancer and its Ties to Tobacco and Alcohol Abusecreated at May 04, 2009Stomach cancer,a significant global health concern,is strongly linked to both tobacco and alcohol abuse.Smoking damages the stomach lining,increasing the risk of inflammation and precancerous changes,while excessive alcohol consumption irritates the stomac... |
Balancing Act: Understanding the Side Effects of Biological Therapy in Stomach Cancer Treatmentcreated at May 04, 2009Biological therapy for stomach cancer,while offering potential benefits,can also cause various side effects,ranging in severity.Common side effects include fatigue,fever,chills,nausea,vomiting,diarrhea,skin rashes,and decreased appetite.More serious,though... |
The Link Between Diet and Stomach Cancercreated at May 04, 2009Diet plays a significant role in stomach cancer risk.A diet high in processed meats,salted or pickled foods,and low in fruits and vegetables is associated with an increased risk.Conversely,diets rich in fruits,vegetables,and fiber,particularly those contai... |
The Silent Threat: Arsenic and its Link to Liver Cancercreated at May 04, 2009Arsenic,a naturally occurring element found in soil and water,poses a significant threat to global health,particularly regarding liver cancer.Chronic exposure to arsenic,even at low levels,through contaminated drinking water or food,can lead to the accumul... |
Understanding the Link: Cirrhosis and Liver Cancer Riskupdated at Nov 29, 2024Cirrhosis,a late stage of scarring (fibrosis) of the liver,significantly increases the risk of developing liver cancer (hepatocellular carcinoma).The chronic inflammation and damage caused by cirrhosis create an environment conducive to the development of ... |
The basic information for Stomach cancercreated at May 03, 2009Stomach cancer,also known as gastric cancer,is a malignant tumor that arises in the lining of the stomach.It's a relatively common cancer globally,with variations in incidence rates depending on geographic location and dietary factors.Risk factors include ... |