Patient's question:
I have had stomach problems since I was in school. Back then, I was too young and didn't take care of myself, which has led to over ten years of stomach issues now. Although I always try to be careful, I still sometimes get sick. I heard that a colleague just got diagnosed with stomach cancer, and I wonder if my own ten years of stomach problems might have been overlooked. Is stomach cancer caused by the spread of stomach problems?Doctor's answer:
Your stomach condition is not severe, but strictly speaking, there is a certain possibility of it turning into gastric cancer, although the chance is not high. It is also absolutely necessary to avoid alcohol and smoking. The carcinogens in tobacco and alcohol can cause the stomach to contract or expand rapidly, easily leading to the worsening of conditions like gastric ulcers and gastritis, and potentially causing a stomach perforation, which could pose a life-threatening risk. In addition to seeking timely treatment for your stomach condition, friends with the condition should maintain a positive attitude towards the disease. Only in this way can patients receive timely and appropriate treatment. At the same time, it is important to pay close attention to dietary care, ensuring a balanced nutrition and proper digestion of nutrients. It is believed that by doing so, the stomach condition can be effectively resolved.