GI Oncology Unit
Gastrointestinal cancer is generally a group of cancers affecting organs like stomach, esophagus, gall bladder, bowels, rectum, anus, liver, and pancreas. The cancer can form a mass or ulcer within the stomach or it can spread diffusely throughout the entire wall of the stomach. Stomach cancer is also called gastric cancer. Stomach cancer is commonly found in people aged between 50 and 70 years of age. It is more common in men. Treatment options tat are available for treating gastrointestinal cancers are Surgery, Radiotherapy, and Chemotherapy.
Symptoms may include:
- Abdominal pain and discomfort
- Change in bowel habits
- Rectal bleeding
- Bloating
- Loss of appetite
- Nausea and vomiting
- Unusual weight loss
- Fatigue