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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Find your local Cancer Center
NCI-Designated Cancer Centers deliver cutting-edge cancer treatments to patients.
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.
Patient Advocate Foundation (PAF)
The PAF Co-Pay Relief Program, one of the self-contained divisions of PAF, provides direct financial assistance to insured patients who meet certain qualifications to help them pay for the prescriptions and/or treatments they need. This assistance helps patients afford the out-of-pocket costs for these items that their insurance companies require.
NCCN (National Comprehensive Cancer Network) Guidelines for Patients – Stomach Cancer
A step-by-step patient and caregiver guide to stomach cancer care options likely to have the best results. Designed to help you discuss cancer treatment with your doctors, this guide is updated every year by medical experts worldwide. You can view and download the Patient Guidelines below.
Medical Nutrition Therapy
Medical nutrition therapy (MNT) is essential for patients undergoing gastrectomy to improve surgical outcomes, reduce complications, and ensure adequate nutritional status. Fay is a great partner in the process because they have Registered Dietitian specialists that are covered by insurance. Find a Dietitian through Fay Malnutrition is a significant risk factor for postoperative complications in […]
Faces of Stomach Cancer
Read the personal stories of others facing issues and challenges with stomach cancer that may be similar to your own.
Linda Stokes
After being diagnosed with breast cancer in April 2015, genetic testing revealed I had the CDH1 gene mutation. In June of that year, I chose to have a double mastectomy rather than a lumpectomy as anticipated with the original diagnosis. I found no local medical professional who knew anything about CDH1 and only got referred […]
Alan Gorman
My name is Alan Gorman. Iím 50 years old and I currently live in Exeter, NH with my wife Susan and two young sons. I was diagnosed with stomach cancer (signet cell adenocarcinoma) in March 2014. I had 5 rounds of chemo and 28 rounds of radiation, followed by a partial esophagogastrectomy. I also had […]
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