The signs of bladder cancer are striking from the very beginning of its development. Because it makes urine so bloody, which encourages most people to rush and report it to a doctor.
The bladder is a muscular organ and has a cavity in the lower abdomen with its function as a reservoir for urine in the body. Generally, the growth of cancerous germs begins in the urothelial cells that line the inside of the bladder. These cells are also found in the kidneys and ureters.
According to the National Health Service (NHS UK) website, most bladder cancer cases appear to be caused by exposure to harmful substances that cause abnormal changes in bladder cells over the years.
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Tobacco smoke from cigarettes is also a common cause of this disease. More than one in three bladder cancers are estimated to be caused by smoking.
Signs of bladder cancer
Quoted by the American Cancer Society, urine mixed with blood or hematuria is the first sign of bladder cancer.
It not only appears red, but changes the color of the urine to orange, pink, or dark red. However, this sign tends to be unstable. It may appear today and not the next day.
Usually, the early stages of bladder cancer provide only mild pain or no pain.
Also, bladder cancer can change a patient’s urination cycle due to irritation. These changes include:
- Urinating more often than usual.
- There is pain or burning when urinating.
- Difficulty urinating or having a weak urine stream.
- Urinating so many times during the night that it interferes with sleep.
Signs of late stage bladder cancer
In the advanced stages, the signs of bladder cancer worsen because the cancer cells have enlarged and spread to other organs. Regarding the conditions, such as:
- Can’t urinate.
- Back pain on one side.
- Loss of appetite and consequent weight loss.
- Feeling tired quickly.
- Swelling in the legs.
- Bone pain.
Keep in mind that the signs of bladder cancer don’t always indicate cancer. This is most often caused by other diseases such as infections, benign non-cancerous tumors, kidney stones, urinary tract infections (UTIs), or other kidney disorders. However, it is important to see a doctor so that the cause can be found.
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