BLADDER CANCER (BLADDER TUMOR)

1-What causes blood in the urine? What does it indicate?

Blood in the urine (hematuria) can be due to many causes. These include urinary tract infections, kidney stones, crystalluria, use of blood-thinning medications, bladder tumors, or kidney cancer. Anyone experiencing blood in their urine should definitely consult a urologist. It could be a simple urinary tract infection or a more serious condition.

2-What is a bladder tumor? Why does it occur?

Bladder tumors can be summarized as the uncontrolled proliferation of cells in the bladder. The most common cause of bladder tumors is smoking. Exposure to these substances, particularly in the tire and paint industries, can also be a contributing factor.

3-What is cystoscopy?

Cystoscopy is an endoscopy procedure performed on the urinary tract. It's a camera-assisted imaging of the urinary tract. This procedure is recommended for anyone suspected of having a bladder tumor. It can be performed under local or general anesthesia. If no intervention is required, it takes about 15 minutes and does not require hospitalization.

4-Can bladder cancer be treated endoscopically?

There are many options available for treating bladder cancer, including endoscopic treatments, open surgery, radiation therapy (radiotherapy), drug therapy (chemotherapy), and intravesical medication administration. The decision to use these options depends on the disease and the patient's condition. If the tumor is confined to the bladder, a patient diagnosed early may be completely cured with endoscopic surgery.