Early Signs of Stomach Cancer: My Personal Experience and What to Expect

In 2021, Alyssa Burks, who is now 33 years old, began experiencing constant fatigue, heartburn, and difficulty swallowing. Eventually diagnosed with stage-four stomach cancer, Alyssa now shares her journey of battling this illness on TikTok. Her story sheds light on the challenges of living with stomach cancer.

One of the initial symptoms I noticed was the sudden onset of extreme exhaustion. During the pandemic, I found myself constantly tired, impacting my daily life and relationships. Despite normal blood test results, my fatigue persisted, leading to concerns among my loved ones.

As my health deteriorated, my resting heart rate began to spike unexpectedly, causing further alarm. Medical tests did not provide any conclusive answers, and my symptoms continued to worsen. Heartburn became a constant companion, making it challenging to eat or drink comfortably.

Concerned about my well-being, my physician prescribed medications to alleviate my symptoms. However, the treatments proved ineffective, and I experienced significant weight loss and difficulty swallowing. These alarming developments prompted further medical investigations and eventually led to my stomach cancer diagnosis.