Serious Warning Signs Of Stomach Cancer

Persistent Fatigue

There are a few reasons why persistent fatigue can develop in stomach cancer patients. Stomach cancer can cause problems and interference with the ability to digest and absorb food properly. When the nutrients and components of food are not digested, they are not absorbed. As a result, they cannot be used for cellular functions and operations. Without nutrients like glucose that come from the food consumed, the cells cannot produce energy for the body.

Another reason why stomach cancer can produce persistent fatigue is that cancerous cells are just like normal cells. They require glucose, oxygen, and other nutrients to carry out their malicious activities. Because cancerous cells multiply and grow out of control, they can consume the glucose and nutrients that healthy cells would otherwise use. When there is a shortage of energy being produced by the healthy cells in the body, the energy produced is relocated to cater to vital organs, instead of the limb muscles. It is this shortage of energy that causes persistent fatigue in stomach cancer patients.