Esophagus cancer and stomach cancer affect different parts of the gastrointestinal (GI) tract. However, some types of cancer start where the esophagus and stomach meet. The esophagus is the tube that ...

Our bodies are replete with bacteria and other microorganisms that coexist without harming us, but we do occasionally suffer from infections that cause harm. Bacterial infection? No problem—just ...

Stomach cancer usually starts with precancerous changes in the stomach’s inner lining. Precancerous conditions are changes that occur in the body that may lead to cancer. Several precancerous changes ...

Stomach cancer is challenging to detect early due to vague symptoms, often diagnosed at advanced stages. Diagnosis involves endoscopy, imaging, laparoscopy, and molecular testing for markers like HER2 ...

“Large-scale efforts need to be made" in the fight against these cancers, said paper author Dr. Ju Dong Yang.

Stomach cancer (medically known as gastric cancer) is a major health issue worldwide. In the United States, stomach cancer is the third most common malignancy related to dietary habits. Having an ...

A dangerous stomach condition is silently affecting millions of Americans, often developing for years without obvious symptoms until serious complications emerge. Atrophic gastritis represents one of ...

It is unclear whether eating kimchi can increase a person’s risk of stomach cancer or gastric cancer. Some studies have found a correlation between the two, but other factors may be at play. A 2020 ...

The treatment goals and options for stomach cancer vary depending on how advanced the cancer is and how far it has spread. Surgery is often an effective treatment option for people with early-stage ...