Five years after gastric cancer surgery, I still feel uncomfortable in my abdomen

Patients who have undergone gastric cancer surgery and experience abdominal pain and discomfort 5 years after surgery may be due to improper diet, tumor recurrence and metastasis, gastrointestinal dysfunction, etc. It is recommended to seek medical attention in time and take appropriate treatment measures according to the specific cause.

1. Improper diet: Eating raw, cold or spicy food may cause intestinal spasm and lead to pain symptoms. This situation generally does not require special treatment, just avoid eating such food in daily life;

2. Tumor recurrence or metastasis: If the patient has previously suffered from gastric cancer and has undergone radical resection surgery, but has not had regular follow-up examinations, local recurrence may occur, resulting in the above situation. At this time, further imaging and other related auxiliary examinations are needed to clarify the diagnosis. If necessary, surgery can be performed again to remove the lesion, and radiotherapy and chemotherapy can be used for comprehensive treatment;

3. Gastrointestinal dysfunction: After the stomach of some patients is damaged, the peristalsis of the digestive tract slows down, which can cause symptoms such as abdominal distension or diarrhea. You can take drugs such as domperidone tablets and mosapride citrate capsules under the guidance of a doctor to relieve the discomfort.

In addition to the above common causes, it may also be related to intestinal obstruction. You should pay attention to regular work and rest, ensure adequate sleep time, and avoid staying up late to avoid affecting your body's recovery. In addition, you should maintain a good attitude and actively cooperate with the doctor for follow-up treatment.