Cancer Of The Bladder
Symptoms of bladder cancer
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Blood in your urine is the most common symptom of bladder cancer.
The medical name for this is Urine, blood in the and it's usually painless. You may notice streaks of blood in your urine or the blood may turn your urine brown. The blood isn't always noticeable and it may come and go.
Less common symptoms of bladder cancer include:
- a need to urinate on a more frequent basis
- sudden urges to urinate
- a burning sensation when passing urine
If bladder cancer reaches an advanced stage and begins to spread, symptoms can include:
- pelvic pain
- bone pain
- unintentional weight loss
- swelling of the legs
When to seek medical advice
If you ever have blood in your urine even if it comes and goes you should visit your GP, so the cause can be investigated.
Having blood in your urine doesn't mean you definitely have bladder cancer. There are other, more common, causes including:
- a urinary tract infection ,such as cystitis
- a kidney infection
- kidney stones
- urethritis
- an enlarged prostate gland ,in men
Articles for Cancer Of The Bladder
Causes of bladder cancer
Bladder cancer is caused by changes to the cells of the bladder. It's often linked with exposure to certain chemicals, but the cause isn't always known.
Complications of bladder cancer
A diagnosis of bladder cancer, and some treatments for the condition, can have a significant impact on your life.
Diagnosing bladder cancer
If you have symptoms of bladder cancer, such as blood in your urine, you should see your GP.
Introduction
Bladder cancer is where a growth of abnormal tissue, known as a tumour, develops in the bladder lining. In some cases, the tumour spreads into the surrounding muscles.
Preventing bladder cancer
It's not always possible to prevent bladder cancer, but some risk factors have been identified, which may increase your risk of developing the condition.
Symptoms of bladder cancer
Blood in your urine (haematuria) is the most common symptom of bladder cancer.
Treatment for bladder cancer
The treatment options for bladder cancer largely depend on how advanced the cancer is.
