The effectiveness and side effects of clinical trials are not always known, but they can sometimes offer hope of survival especially for end-stage cancer patients. Clinical trials are particularly important in Stomach Cancer because so many cases are diagnosed in advanced stages. Consult your physician or the Rhode Island Cancer Council to find out what clinical trials are going on near you and if you are eligible. Bleeding, blood clots, damage to nearby organs With the exception of temporary pain, the side effects listed above are usually due to the fact that after gastrectomy , food enters the small intestine too quickly after being swallowed. These symptoms can usually be eliminated or lessened through medication, vitamin supplements, and dietary changes such as smaller, more frequent meals and avoiding drinking with meals.
Most side effects are temporary and can often be relieved with medication.