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Disease Comparison

Compare similarities and differences between two diseases.

Stomach Cancer

Unknown
4
Symptoms
2
Causes
0
Treatments
5
FAQs
VS

Strep Throat

Moderate
3
Symptoms
0
Causes
0
Treatments
5
FAQs

Overview

Stomach Cancer
Stomach cancer is a malignant tumor arising from the lining of the stomach. It may develop gradually and can cause indigestion, abdominal discomfort, reduced appetite, nausea, vomiting, difficulty eating, or unexplained weight loss. Early disease may produce few or nonspecific symptoms, so persistent digestive symptoms require appropriate medical evaluation.
Strep Throat
Strep throat is an infection of the throat and tonsils caused by group A Streptococcus bacteria. It commonly causes sudden sore throat, pain when swallowing, fever, swollen or tender lymph nodes in the neck, and red or swollen tonsils. Some people develop white patches or pus on the tonsils. Strep throat is more common in children but can occur at any age.

Symptoms

Shared
None
Only in Left Disease
Loss of Appetite Lower Abdominal Pain Persistent Hoarseness Weight Loss
Only in Right Disease
Difficulty Swallowing Fever Hoarseness

Causes

Shared
None
Only in Left Disease
Infection Smoking
Only in Right Disease
None

Diagnosis

Stomach Cancer
Diagnosis generally involves upper gastrointestinal endoscopy, during which the stomach lining can be examined directly and a biopsy can be taken for microscopic analysis. Imaging such as CT scans may be used to determine the extent of disease. Additional tests may be performed to assess tumor characteristics and possible spread.
Strep Throat
Strep throat is diagnosed using symptoms and an examination of the throat and neck. Because viruses can cause similar symptoms, laboratory testing is often used to confirm group A Streptococcus infection. A rapid strep test can provide results quickly, while a throat culture may be used when needed. Testing helps determine whether antibiotic treatment is appropriate.

Prevention

Stomach Cancer
Risk reduction includes avoiding tobacco, maintaining a balanced diet with adequate fruits and vegetables, limiting heavily salted, smoked, or preserved foods, and identifying and treating Helicobacter pylori infection when appropriate. People with significant inherited or medical risk factors should follow individualized medical advice regarding surveillance.
Strep Throat
Good hand hygiene and avoiding close contact with people who have strep throat can reduce transmission. Do not share drinking glasses, eating utensils, or other personal items with an infected person. Covering coughs and sneezes and washing hands regularly are important. People diagnosed with strep throat should follow medical advice about treatment and staying home until they are no longer considered contagious.

Risk Factors

Stomach Cancer
Risk factors include Helicobacter pylori infection, chronic gastritis, smoking, family history, certain inherited cancer syndromes, increasing age, diets high in heavily salted or preserved foods, and previous stomach surgery or certain precancerous stomach conditions.
Strep Throat
Children and adolescents are more likely than adults to develop strep throat. Close contact with an infected person is the main way the infection spreads. Crowded settings such as schools and childcare facilities can increase opportunities for transmission. Having contact with someone who has a group A streptococcal infection also increases the chance of becoming infected.

Treatment

Stomach Cancer
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Strep Throat
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