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"You're an early symptom of stomach cancer, hurry up and get it checked!" This is a sentence from Lao Wang, a doctor classmate that Xiao Li met in the business hall, which made him break out in a cold sweat instantly.
Xiao Li is a sales manager of a company, running between various customers every day, and the pace of life is as fast as a speeding train. On this day, he went to the business hall to pay the electricity bill, and happened to meet Lao Wang, an old classmate who had just been discharged from the hospital. Lao Wang is a gastroenterology doctor, who has just undergone surgery for stomach cancer, and his mood has not completely relaxed.
Xiao Li chatted with Lao Wang, and couldn't help mentioning that he often felt stomach pain recently, and sometimes he was a little nauseous. After hearing this, Lao Wang's expression suddenly became serious, and he said: "You are an early symptom of stomach cancer, hurry up and check it out!" ”
Xiao Li was stunned, he thought it was just an ordinary stomach disease, but he didn't expect it to be related to cancer. Seeing Xiao Li's puzzled face, Lao Wang decided to tell him about the early symptoms of stomach cancer.
Lao Wang said that many people think that the early symptom of stomach cancer is only abdominal pain, but this is not the case. In addition to abdominal pain, there are several obvious symptoms that require special attention.
First of all, there is loss of appetite and emaciation. If you suddenly lose interest in the foods you usually like to eat and your weight drops inexplicably, it could be a sign of stomach cancer, Wang explained. Stomach cancer can affect the digestive function of the stomach, leading to poor nutrient absorption, which in turn can lead to weight loss and loss of appetite.
Secondly, there is vomiting and nausea. Lao Wang pointed out that stomach cancer patients often feel nauseous and even vomit. This is because the tumour grows inside the stomach and can block the passage of food, causing symptoms of nausea and vomiting. Some patients may even vomit blood-stained vomit, which is especially important at this time.
Finally, there is bloating and discomfort in the abdomen. Lao Wang continued, in the early stage of stomach cancer, it often causes abdominal bloating and discomfort. This is due to the fact that the tumor occupies the space of the stomach and affects the normal peristalsis and digestive function of the stomach, thus causing abdominal discomfort.
Hearing this, Xiao Li couldn't help but feel a little panicked. He said: "Lao Wang, these symptoms seem to have nothing to do with stomach cancer, why are they so serious?" ”
Lao Wang nodded and said, "In fact, when these symptoms appear alone, it is indeed easy to be ignored, but if several symptoms appear at the same time, special attention should be paid to." The early symptoms of stomach cancer are often not obvious, but because of this, they are easier to ignore. Therefore, once these symptoms appear, it is best to go to the hospital for a check-up in time. ”
In order to make Xiao Li pay more attention, Lao Wang also told him a few cases.
There is a patient, Mr. Zhang, 50 years old, who has always been in good health, but in recent months, he has always felt stomach pain and his appetite is not very good. As a result, I went to the hospital to check, and it turned out to be the early stage of stomach cancer, but fortunately, it was found early, and the operation was done in time, and now the recovery is not bad.
There is also a patient, Ms. Li, 45 years old, who has been feeling nauseous and vomiting a lot, thinking that she has a bad stomach. As a result, I went to the hospital for examination and found a small tumor in my stomach. After treatment, his condition is now stable.
"These cases show that the early symptoms of gastric cancer are often overlooked, and when the symptoms are severe, they are often in the middle and advanced stages," said Wang. Therefore, to prevent stomach cancer, the most important thing is to be alert to these early symptoms and seek medical attention in time. ”
After listening to Lao Wang's story, Xiao Li felt a little furious in his heart, but he also knew that he couldn't take it lightly. He decided to go to the hospital as soon as possible for a full check-up to confirm his health.
Lao Wang continued: "In addition to the early symptoms, it is also necessary to pay attention to diet and lifestyle habits to prevent stomach cancer. For example, don't eat too many pickled foods, try to eat less irritating foods such as barbecue and fried, eat more fresh vegetables and fruits, and maintain a healthy diet. At the same time, we should also pay attention to quitting smoking and limiting alcohol, maintain a good life and rest, and avoid staying up late and overworking for a long time. ”
Xiao Li nodded and said with emotion: "I really didn't expect that the health problem would be so complicated, and it should not be taken lightly at all." ”
Lao Wang smiled and said, "Yes, health is no trivial matter, and you can pay more attention to your body's signals to prevent problems before they happen." You see, as a doctor, I usually have to check my body regularly. ”
While the two were chatting, the staff of the business hall called Xiao Li's number. He hurriedly went to pay the electricity bill, but he kept thinking about Lao Wang's words in his heart. He decided that after going back, he must pay more attention to his diet and rest, do regular physical examinations, and pay attention to the changes in his body in time.
At the end of the story, the question arises: So, how important is the early detection and prevention of stomach cancer?
In response to this question, Lao Wang gave a detailed answer. Early detection and prevention of stomach cancer is crucial, he said. First of all, early detection of stomach cancer can greatly improve the cure rate.
According to statistics, the five-year survival rate for early-stage gastric cancer can reach more than 90%, while the five-year survival rate for intermediate and advanced gastric cancer is less than 30%. Therefore, early detection of gastric cancer is crucial for the survival and recovery of patients.
Secondly, preventing stomach cancer can reduce the incidence at the source. Lao Wang pointed out that the occurrence of gastric cancer is related to a variety of factors, such as unhealthy eating habits, smoking, alcohol consumption, Helicobacter pylori infection, etc. By improving dietary habits, quitting smoking and limiting alcohol, and regularly checking for Helicobacter pylori, the risk of stomach cancer can be effectively reduced.
Wang also mentioned that the prevention of stomach cancer is not only a personal matter, but also the responsibility of the whole society. The Government and all sectors of society should strengthen health education, raise public health awareness and promote healthy lifestyles. At the same time, medical institutions should also provide more screening and examination services to help the public detect and prevent stomach cancer early.
Through early detection and prevention, the incidence and mortality of gastric cancer can be significantly reduced, which can not only reduce the suffering of patients, but also reduce the medical burden on society. Therefore, the prevention of gastric cancer requires the joint efforts of the whole society.
I hope that through this story, more people can pay attention to the early symptoms of gastric cancer, improve health awareness, achieve early detection, early treatment, early prevention, and protect their health.
Regarding the early detection and prevention of gastric cancer, one question that is often overlooked is: how much influence do psychological factors have on recovery in the treatment of gastric cancer?
Lao Wang gave a detailed analysis of this. He pointed out that after being diagnosed, the psychological pressure of gastric cancer patients often increases suddenly, and many patients will feel extreme anxiety and fear. Studies have shown that maintaining a positive and optimistic mindset can help strengthen the immune system and improve the body's ability to fight cancer.
Lao Wang also mentioned that some stomach cancer patients with better recovery often have a common characteristic, that is, they have better psychological quality, can actively face the disease, and cooperate with the doctor's treatment plan. For those patients with high psychological stress and emotional instability, the treatment effect is often not as expected.
Therefore, Lao Wang suggested that in the treatment of gastric cancer, we should not only pay attention to the treatment of the body, but also pay attention to the psychological adjustment. Patients can reduce psychological stress and enhance their confidence in overcoming the disease through psychological counseling and participating in support groups. At the same time, the support of family and friends is also very important, and their care and encouragement can bring great comfort and strength to the patient.
With this all-round treatment and care, stomach cancer patients will have better recovery outcomes and an improved quality of life. It is hoped that every patient can maintain an optimistic attitude in the face of the disease, actively cooperate with the treatment, overcome the disease as soon as possible, and recover health.
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