Gastric Adenocarcinoma With Varices - Endoscopy (2 of 8)

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Several conditions may be precancerous and may increase the risk of stomach cancer. They include: Atrophic gastritis, chronic gastritis (inflammation of the stomach lining), and infection by a certain type of bacteria. Pernicious anemia: a chronic vitamin-B12 deficiency anemia that occurs in older adults characterized by numbness and tingling in the extremities. Achlorhydria: low levels or absence of hydrochloric acid in gastric juice.

tags: varices atrophic gastritis Adenocarcinoma pernicious anemia achlorhydria

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