Gastric cancer, also known as stomach cancer, is a type of cancer that begins in the lining of the stomach. It is the fifth most common cancer and the third leading cause of cancer-related deaths worldwide. The incidence of gastric cancer varies by geographic region and population, with higher rates in Eastern Asia, South America, …
It was a typical Wednesday afternoon when Mrs. Smith walked into her oncologist’s office for her latest round of chemotherapy. As the nurse prepared to administer the treatment, Mrs. Smith turned to her doctor with a curious look on her face. “Doctor, I’ve been wondering something,” she said. “I know chemotherapy is important for treating …