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Stomach cancer

Living with stomach cancer

There is support available to help you cope with your diagnosis, and life during and after treatment.

Eating problems and stomach cancer

Stomach cancer and its treatment can cause problems with eating. Dietitians can help you cope with diet problems and suggest the best foods to eat.

Stomach cancer and weight loss

Stomach cancer and its treatment can make it difficult to eat enough to stay at a healthy weight.

Coping and support when you have stomach cancer

Coping with cancer can be difficult. Help and support is available. There are things you can do, people to help and ways to cope with a diagnosis of stomach cancer.

Resources and organisations for stomach cancer

There are organisations, support groups, videos and other resources to help you cope with stomach cancer and its treatment.

Last reviewed: 30 Apr 2025

Next review due: 30 Apr 2028

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