What do I eat if I have stomach cancer?

Stomach cancer treatment, which may include surgery to remove some or all of the stomach, often affects patients' appetites and the way they digest food. Many patients may experience a poor appetite, weight loss, stomach pain, and feeling full early, which can make it difficult to adhere to their regular diet. read more

Symptoms of stomach cancer can be: belly pain; losing weight without trying; feeling full too soon after eating, not eating, feeling sick to your stomach, and heartburn; If you have signs of stomach cancer, your doctor will ask you questions about your health and do a physical exam. If signs are still pointing to stomach cancer, more tests will be done. read more

Treat stomach infections. If you have ulcers from an H. pylori infection, get treatment. Antibiotics can kill the bacteria, and other drugs will heal the sores in the lining of your stomach to cut your risk of cancer. Eat healthy. Get more fresh fruits and vegetables on your plate every day. read more