Stomach Cancer Directory
Stomach cancer is a disease in which malignant (cancer) cells form in the stomach. Over time, the cancer may invade more deeply into the stomach wall and spread to nearby organs. Smoking and certain chronic conditions increase the risk of developing stomach cancer. Follow the links below to find WebMD's comprehensive coverage about how gastric/stomach cancer is contracted, what it looks like, how to treat it, and much more.
Medical Reference
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Diagnosing and Treating Stomach Cancer
An overview of the diagnosis and treatment of stomach cancer from the experts at WebMD.
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Symptoms of Stomach Cancer
An overview of the symptoms of stomach cancer from the experts at WebMD.
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What Can I Eat After Gastric Cancer Surgery?
Having some or all of your stomach removed to take out cancer means that you’ll have to take extra care about what you eat and drink, and when.
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What Is Small Intestine Cancer?
What Is Small Intestine Cancer? WebMD explains the causes, symptoms, and treatments for this rare condition.
Features
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Care After Cancer Treatment
Getting active in your follow-up care after cancer treatment can make a world of difference.
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Complementary Medicine: Can It Treat Your Cancer?
There’s a lot of buzz about complementary medicine. But can it really help when it comes to treating cancer?
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6 Ways to Conquer a Scary Diagnosis
Life goes on after receiving news of a frightening illness. Here’s how.
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The Hunt for a Cancer Cure
What's the next big breakthrough in beating cancer? Our Chief Medical Editor checks in with Stand Up to Cancer's dream team researchers.
Video
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Improving Your Appetite After Treatment
Cancer survivor Dr. Julie Silver explains how to kickstart your appetite after cancer treatment.
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Understanding Cancer Supplements
Julie Silver, MD, a cancer survivor, cautions against supplements while undergoing cancer treatment.
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Avoid Nausea During Chemo Treatment
In addition to taking drugs that combat nausea during chemotherapy treatments, there are simple things patients can do.
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Improving Your Sleep When You Have Cancer
Cancer survivor Dr. Julie Silver has tips for better sleep while recovering from cancer.