Helicobacter Pylori (H pylori) infection is a leading cause of stomach cancer.
Ask your doctor for an H. pylori test if you are experiencing prolonged and persistent symptoms like
stomach burning, loss of appetite, and nausea.
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Patient Resources for HDGC
Helpful resources for you and your caregivers to use through every step of your journey.
Genetic Testing
Talk with a certified genetic counselor who can provide expert guidance on your testing options, all from the comfort of your home.
Resources for Patients and Caregivers
Explore our library of resources for diagnosis, treatment, advocacy, research, and emotional or financial support.
NCCN (National Comprehensive Cancer Network) Guidelines for Patients – Stomach Cancer
A step-by-step guide to the cancer care options likely to have the best results. Designed to help you discuss cancer treatment with your doctors.
American Society of Clinical Oncology: Financial Considerations
The cost of cancer care may be a concern if you or family member has been diagnosed with cancer. Because bills and debt can add up quickly, people may want to seek financial help soon after being diagnosed with cancer. Oncology social workers, case managers, doctors, and oncology nurses can help or provide referrals to […]
Chemocare: Financial Assistance Programs for Chemotherapy Medications and Treatment
Unfortunately, the cost of these medications can be great. Insurance coverage of these medications- that is, who covers the costs of chemotherapy – is not always clear cut. For many patients the medications may be covered at least partially under their insurance company’s prescription plan. Others have no prescription coverage and the medications might be […]
Faces of Stomach Cancer
Read the personal stories of others facing issues and challenges with stomach cancer that may be similar to your own.
Stomach Cancer Research: A Personal and Professional Perspective
A major breakthrough in the area of familial stomach cancer research was the discovery of the gene E-cadherin (CDH1) and the direct connection between genetic mutations and hereditary diffuse gastric cancer (HDGC). Since this discovery, hundreds of families worldwide have been tested and over one hundred found to carry a genetic mutation in the CDH1 […]
Brian Chelcun
Today I met my first nonbeliever. Someone who hadn’t seen me around in a while, and asked where I’d been. ‘Oh, I was out of the office for a while, I had to have surgery….’ Non-Believer: Oh my, what’s wrong, is everything ok? Me: Yeah, I actually had to have my stomach removed!NB: Pardon?Me: I […]
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