Upper GI Cancers

Upper GI (gastrointestinal) cancers are cancers that affect the food pipe (esophagus), stomach, and the upper part of the digestive system. Dr. Satish C provides expert diagnosis and treatment for upper GI cancers in Bangalore.

Common symptoms include difficulty swallowing, persistent heartburn, stomach pain, unexplained weight loss, loss of appetite, vomiting, blood in vomit, and persistent indigestion.

Risk factors include smoking, excessive alcohol consumption, long-term acid reflux, obesity, Helicobacter pylori infection, unhealthy diet, and a family history of gastrointestinal cancer.

You should consult Dr. Satish C if you have persistent difficulty swallowing, ongoing stomach pain, unexplained weight loss, vomiting blood, or digestive symptoms that do not improve with treatment.

Diagnosis may include an upper GI endoscopy, biopsy, CT scan, PET scan, MRI scan, blood tests, and other investigations to determine the type and stage of cancer.