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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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 […]
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Faces of Stomach Cancer
Read the personal stories of others facing issues and challenges with stomach cancer that may be similar to your own.
Bob Ward
Bob Ward, 48, CA, USA. Total gastrectomy a little over 2 years ago. I am happy to say I am Cancer free but still struggling with eating, drinking, nausea and maintaining weight. Eating adequate meals is nearly impossible. I have a port to receive intravenous hydration twice a week. I am very lucky to be […]
Alan Salm
Al, a Wisconsin native, was diagnosed with Stomach Cancer in the spring of 2019. He underwent two years of chemotherapy every two weeks and traveled and made memories with his wife and teenage son. When they went in to perform a gastrectomy, they determined the cancer had spread too far and they were unable to […]
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