Bladder cancer is one of the most common cancers, but also one of the most difficult to detect early. Nicknamed the “silent killer,” it can progress without obvious signs until it reaches an advanced stage.
Here are 10 symptoms that should alert you and prompt you to consult a doctor/
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Blood in the urine (hematuria)
The most common symptom of bladder cancer is blood in the urine . This can be:
- Visible to the naked eye (red or pink urine).
- Detected only by a urine test (microscopic hematuria).
Although this sign can also be caused by a urinary tract infection or kidney stones , it should never be ignored .
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