How long can someone with malignant gastric ulcer cancer survive?
The survival time of patients with malignant gastric ulcer cancer varies from person to person, and there is no clear time standard. If it is in the early stage of the disease, active treatment may not affect the lifespan. However, if it has developed to the middle and late stages, the patient's survival period will be significantly shortened.
1. Carcinoma in situ: At this time, the tumor cells are only confined to the mucosal layer, and there is no infiltration and metastasis. Surgical removal of the lesion can achieve the purpose of cure and will not affect normal lifespan.
2. Microinvasive carcinoma: It refers to invasive adenocarcinoma with a lesion diameter less than 0.5 cm. The five-year survival rate of this type of gastric cancer can reach more than 98%, and the ten-year survival rate can exceed 73%. Therefore, it generally will not have a significant impact on lifespan.
When the disease progresses further, it may lead to involvement of distant organs or tissues, such as liver metastasis and bone metastasis. Due to the wide spread of cancer cells, they usually cannot be completely eliminated, so they will affect the patient's prognosis and lifespan. However, the specific time is uncertain and needs to be determined based on personal physical condition and whether effective measures are taken in time. It is recommended that after being diagnosed with malignant gastric ulcer cancer, patients actively cooperate with doctors for radiotherapy, chemotherapy, or targeted drug therapy to inhibit cancer cell growth and extend lifespan. In daily life, it is also important to maintain a good mindset, avoid excessive mental stress or anxiety, and adjust the diet appropriately. Try to eat light and digestible foods, such as fresh fruits and vegetables like apples and spinach, to supplement the body's nutritional needs and promote good health.
