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  • Tests for stomach cancer and next steps

    Find out more about the tests to look for stomach cancer and the next steps.

  • Symptoms of stomach cancer

    Find out more about the symptoms of stomach cancer and when to see a GP.

  • Causes of stomach cancer

    Read about who is more likely to get stomach cancer and lifestyle changes that can help prevent it.

  • Oesophageal atresia and tracheo-oesophageal fistula

    Oesophageal atresia is a rare birth defect that affects a baby's oesophagus (the tube through which food passes from the mouth to the stomach).

  • Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)

    Read about irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and how to treat the symptoms, which include stomach cramps, bloating, diarrhoea and constipation.

  • Hiatus hernia

    Find out what causes a hiatus hernia, which is when part of your stomach moves up into your chest, and how to treat it if needed.

  • Heartburn and acid reflux

    Find out more about heartburn, a burning feeling in the chest caused by stomach acid travelling up towards the throat (acid reflux). If it keeps happening, it may be gastro-oesophageal reflux disease (GORD).

  • Gastrectomy

    Read about gastrectomy, a medical procedure that involves surgically removing all or part of the stomach. Find out how it is performed, the recovery and complications from having it.

  • Antacids

    Find out about antacids, a type of medicine used to control the acid levels in the stomach.

  • What happens on the day

    During a gastroscopy, a camera is put down your throat and into your stomach. You can ask for medicine to numb your throat and make you more relaxed.