00:00Stomach cancer in young adults is increasing. Watch for these six early signs.
00:06Stomach cancer rates in young adults have risen sharply despite an overall U.S. decline.
00:12Early detection improved outcomes, with a 53% rise in early-stage diagnoses from 2004 to 2021 due to advanced endoscopic technology.
00:23Early-stage stomach cancer has a 75% 5-year survival rate, dropping to 36% if it spreads nearby and 7% if metastasized.
00:34Young adult cases rise, often at advanced stages.
00:39Obesity, dietary changes, gut microbiome imbalances, and helicobacter pylori infections elevate stomach cancer risks.
00:48Hereditary conditions complicate cause identification.
00:51Symptom awareness is crucial as early signs mimic gastrointestinal issues.
00:58Sudden disinterest in food, unexplained weight loss, persistent acid reflux, bloating, abdominal pain, nausea, and visible bloating after meals are early stomach cancer signs.
01:11No national screening test exists for stomach cancer in the U.S.
01:15Individuals at high risk, including those with family history, alcohol users, smokers, and those with Lynch syndrome, should have regular health checks for stomach cancer.
01:30In 2025, 30,300 new stomach cancer cases and 11,000 deaths are anticipated.
01:37Enhanced awareness, diagnostics, and early diagnosis improve treatability, necessitating better screening for high-risk groups.
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