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Cost of Gastric Cancer Treatment in India
The cost of treating stomach cancer in India varies based on factors like location, severity of the disease, stage of cancer, specialist's experience, and number of chemotherapy sessions. On average, treatment costs range from USD 2823 to 6385 (INR 2,19,111 to 4,95,581).
USD 3,800 (Indian Rupees approx. 2,94,925)
What is Stomach or Gastric Cancer?
Stomach cancer, also known as gastric cancer, involves rapid and abnormal growth of cancer cells in the gastric and digestive systems, spreading gradually to other parts of the body. It typically begins in the abdominal lining before spreading to lymph nodes and other areas.
Early Signs: Heartburn, acidity, bloating, fatigue, indigestion, abdominal pain, loss of appetite, feeling full quickly after eating.
Later Symptoms: Unexplained weight loss, ulcers, jaundice, blood in stool, abdominal lump or tumor, nausea.
Causes of Stomach Cancer: Age, gender (more common in men), lifestyle disorders, poor diet, infections, family history.
Types of Gastric Cancer:
Adenocarcinoma: Most common, affecting abdominal lining.
Lymphoma: Rare, affects stomach's immune system.
Carcinoid Tumor: Rare, non-spreading tumors.
Stages of Stomach Cancer
Stage 1: Initial development of tumor, treatable.
Stage 2: Tumor growth and spread to lymph nodes.
Stage 3: Further spread into surrounding areas.
Stage 4: Extensive spread to major organs, difficult to treat.
Diagnosis of Stomach Cancer:
Methods include endoscopy, X-ray, biopsy, to examine and confirm cancer growth.
Risk Factors Related to Stomach Cancer
Gastric ulcers, lack of exercise, obesity, unhealthy diet, smoking, drinking, infections, genetic factors.
Treatment of Stomach Cancer:
Chemotherapy: Drugs to destroy cancer cells.
Radiation Therapy: High-intensity rays to damage cancer cells.
Lymph Node Removal: Surgical removal of affected lymph nodes.
Subtotal Gastrectomy: Removal of cancer-affected stomach portion.
Total Gastrectomy: Removal of entire stomach, with food pipe attached to small intestine.