As discussed earlier, a noticeable but gradual loss of appetite— even when you’re feeling well otherwise– can be an early red flag. The technical term for this is anorexia (however, do not confuse this with the eating disorder). This is also often called Cachexia– anorexia caused due to cancer. According to American Cancer Society, “Cachexia…
Stomach cancer, or gastric cancer, is a serious health condition that often develops silently and is frequently overlooked because its early symptoms resemble common digestive problems. A recent case reported on People.com tells the story of a woman diagnosed with stomach cancer after experiencing persistent heartburn, which initially she dismissed as acid reflux. She had…
Losing weight without trying or any particular reason is a major red flag regarding one’s health, and it shouldn’t be taken lightly. In case of stomach cancer, it may be due to a loss of appetite, low nutrient absorption in the body, or an increased metabolic rate due to the tumour. Sudden and unexplained weight…
Georgia Gardiner, a bright 28-year-old mother from Leeds, started experiencing constant nausea, stomach cramps, and a total loss of appetite last summer. Doctors initially put her symptoms down to acid reflux and prescribed her antacids. But the severity of her condition kept getting worse; she lost almost three stone in a matter of months and…
