Bladder cancer

About Bladder cancer

A type of cancer that occurs in the bladder. The bladder is the organ in the pelvis that stores urine. Bladder cancer arises form abnormal growth of cells that line the bladder. This disorder is more common in older patients and in males. Luckily most of these cancers are caught before they spread (metastasize) but they tend to recur requiring retesting of a patient throughout their life.

Symptoms

Abdominal pain, bloody urine, urinary retention, fatigue.

Tests & Diagnostics

A history and physical exam will be performed. Additional tests include: urine analysis, urine cytology, cystoscopy, bladder biopsy, and a CT scan.

Common tests: CT Scan, Urinalysis (UA).

Conventional treatment summary

Treatment includes: surgery, chemotherapy, and/or immunotherapy. For more information contact the American Cancer Society: (800) 227-2345

Medical specialties

Urology

This page is educational content, not medical advice. Always consult a qualified clinician for diagnosis and treatment of Bladder cancer.