Causes and Risk Factors
The exact causes of stomach cancer are not yet fully understood, but some risk factors have been identified:
– Helicobacter pylori infection: this bacterium can cause chronic inflammation of the stomach
– Smoking: smoking increases the risk of stomach cancer
– Diet: a diet high in salt and low in fresh fruits and vegetables
– Family history: a family history of stomach cancer
– Age: the risk of stomach cancer increases with age
Treatment and Prevention
Treatment for stomach cancer depends on the stage of the disease and may include:
– Surgery: removal of the tumor
– Chemotherapy: to reduce the size of the tumor
– Radiotherapy: to destroy cancer cells*
