9. Persistent Stomach Pain: The Constant, Nagging Companion
Pain is the body’s way of signaling that something is wrong, yet persistent stomach pain is often dismissed as indigestion or stress. In the context of stomach cancer, this persistent ache is not just an annoyance but a serious symptom that calls for attention.
This is a different kind of stomach pain. It’s not the sharp, immediate pain of an injury or the recognizable cramps of indigestion. It’s a dull, nagging pain that persists and often intensifies over time, becoming an unwelcome constant in your life.
What sets this symptom apart is its stealthy escalation. The pain starts off as something easily ignored, maybe even mistakable for muscle soreness. Over time, it grows in intensity and frequency, until it becomes unavoidable, a constant reminder that something isn’t right. (9)
