If you have gastritis: Beware of this condition, it may lead to stomach cancer | Universal

And, although there are other risk factors for the disease, such as being male over 55, having a genetic or family history of the disease, smoking, heavy drinking or a high-salt diet, grilled or grilled red meat, 90 percent The case was secondary to Helicobacter pylori. Read: For the Good of the Planet: Red Meat and Two Cups of Coffee Every 15 Days

Experts said that gastric cancer causes more than 1 million deaths worldwide every year, of which more than 6,000 are in my country, ranking first in mortality and third in incidence. There were 8,000 new cases.

“We know the natural history of this condition; however, the lack of specific symptoms, early detection programs and non-invasive diagnostic tools has led to late detection.”

In its early stages, this tumor causes no symptoms or is confused with other stomach conditions, which is why by the time it is diagnosed, it is often already advanced. “Many patients experience a burning sensation in their stomach and think it’s gastritis. It’s not until they start experiencing pain, difficulty swallowing, vomiting and weight loss for no apparent reason that they suspect something serious is wrong,” he explains.

Therefore, he stressed the importance of not self-medicating and seeing a specialist, who may order H. pylori identification, upper gastrointestinal endoscopic biopsy and other studies to confirm the diagnosis and initiate the most appropriate treatment. Read: Self-medication: Four tips for doing it responsibly

Depending on the type, stage of cancer and the patient’s overall health, this may include surgery, radiation therapy, chemotherapy, targeted therapy, or immunotherapy. The latter uses the body’s immune system to identify and fight tumor cells without damaging healthy tissue.

However, recent research suggests that some patients diagnosed with advanced gastric cancer live longer if they receive initial treatment that combines immunotherapy and chemotherapy. “This immuno-oncology therapy represents a major advance in gastric cancer treatment and provides an alternative for Colombians with unmet health needs.”

He added that while stomach cancer cannot be prevented, there are steps you can take to reduce your risk, including maintaining a healthy weight, eating a diet rich in fruits and vegetables, and being physically active. Read: Stomach cancer, silent and deadly

Dr. Shandher Tovar recalls the importance of Colombians visiting the http://www.enserioesgastritis.co page to learn how to protect their digestive health and not to take gastritis symptoms lightly. “In addition to finding information resources, you can also find the dates of ‘live’ events that medical experts will conduct on social networks to clear up any doubts,” he concludes.