Bladder Cancer Awareness Month 2023: 5 Signs and symptoms you shouldn't ignore

Bladder Cancer Awareness Month 2023: 5 Signs and symptoms you shouldn't ignore

The month aims to discuss what bladder cancer is, its common symptoms, the risks involved, and preventative measures.

FPJ Web DeskUpdated: Sunday, April 30, 2023, 04:12 PM IST
article-image

Bladder Cancer Awareness Month is observed in May every year. The month aims to discuss what bladder cancer is, its common symptoms, the risks involved, and preventative measures.

The bladder is a hollow organ in the lower pelvis and has flexible, muscular walls that can stretch to hold urine and squeeze to send it out of the body, which is its main role. Bladder cancer is caused when the cells that make up the urinary bladder start to grow out of control, and as more cancer cells develop, they can form a tumor and, with time, spread to other parts of the body.

Every year, over 570,000 people are diagnosed with bladder cancer, and 1.7m people find themselves living with the condition, according to the World Bladder Cancer Coalition. It is the 10th most commonly diagnosed cancer and the 13th cause of death from cancer globally. But a timely diagnosis offers a significant increase in the chance of long-term survival and quality of life.

5 signs and symptoms of bladder cancer

UTI-like symptoms include increased frequency and urgency, pain with urination, or urinary incontinence.

Unexplained pain in the pelvis, abdomen, or flank; bone pain if cancer has spread to the bones.

Decreased appetite, weight loss, tiredness, and feeling weak.

Postmenopausal uterine bleeding.

Any blood or spotting that you notice after menopause could be a symptom of bladder cancer, or some other underlying issue.

(To receive our E-paper on WhatsApp daily, please click here.  To receive it on Telegram, please click here. We permit sharing of the paper's PDF on WhatsApp and other social media platforms.)

RECENT STORIES

Popular Norwegian Dance Group 'The Quick Style' To Perform In Mumbai On October 7

Popular Norwegian Dance Group 'The Quick Style' To Perform In Mumbai On  October 7

THIS Country Introduces World's First Digital Passports

THIS Country Introduces World's First Digital Passports

7 Ways To Get Fitter Before The Festive Season

7 Ways To Get Fitter Before The Festive Season

Sudha Murty Makes History As The First Female Recipient of Global Indian Award

Sudha Murty Makes History As The First Female Recipient of Global Indian Award

Best Traditional Foods In The World: Five Iconic Indian Dishes Make It To The List Representing...

Best Traditional Foods In The World: Five Iconic Indian Dishes Make It To The List Representing...