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Know Your Risks

Cancer of the colon or rectum (colorectal cancer) usually develops slowly, over several years. Take this simple assessment to learn about your risks for this type of cancer.

OverviewSee All
 Anatomy of the Bladder in Overview
The bladder is a hollow organ in your lower belly. Learn about its anatomy....more
 Bladder Cancer: Risk Factors in Overview
A risk factor is anything that may increase your chance of having a disease. Learn which risk factors are linked with bladder cancer. ...more
 Bladder Cancer: Symptoms in Overview
Early attention to symptoms is the best way to find and treat bladder cancer. Learn the signs of bladder cancer. ...more
 Bladder Cancer: Introduction in Overview
The bladder is a hollow organ in the lower pelvis. Learn what happens when cancer strikes this organ. ...more
 Anatomy of the Bladder in Overview
The bladder is a hollow organ in your lower belly. Learn about its anatomy....more
 Bladder Cancer: Risk Factors in Overview
A risk factor is anything that may increase your chance of having a disease. Learn which risk factors are linked with bladder cancer. ...more
 Bladder Cancer: Symptoms in Overview
Early attention to symptoms is the best way to find and treat bladder cancer. Learn the signs of bladder cancer. ...more
 Bladder Cancer: Introduction in Overview
The bladder is a hollow organ in the lower pelvis. Learn what happens when cancer strikes this organ. ...more
Understanding Your DiagnosisSee All
 Cystoscopy for Women in Understanding Your Diagnosis
Cystoscopy is a procedure that lets the healthcare provider view the urinary tract, particularly the bladder, the urethra, and the openings to the ureters. Cystoscopy can help find problems with the urinary tract. This may include early signs of cancer, infection, narrowing, blockage, or bleeding. ...more
If your healthcare provider thinks you might have bladder cancer, you'll need certain exams and tests to be sure. Learn how bladder cancer is diagnosed. ...more
An intravenous pyelogram is an imaging test used to look at the kidneys and ureters. The ureters are the narrow tubes that carry urine from the kidneys to the bladder. ...more
Being told you have bladder cancer can be scary, and you may have many questions. But you have people on your healthcare team to help. ...more
After a diagnosis of bladder cancer, you'll likely need more tests. Read on for details about these tests and what to expect. ...more
 Cystoscopy for Women in Understanding Your Diagnosis
Cystoscopy is a procedure that lets the healthcare provider view the urinary tract, particularly the bladder, the urethra, and the openings to the ureters. Cystoscopy can help find problems with the urinary tract. This may include early signs of cancer, infection, narrowing, blockage, or bleeding. ...more
If your healthcare provider thinks you might have bladder cancer, you'll need certain exams and tests to be sure. Learn how bladder cancer is diagnosed. ...more
An intravenous pyelogram is an imaging test used to look at the kidneys and ureters. The ureters are the narrow tubes that carry urine from the kidneys to the bladder. ...more
Being told you have bladder cancer can be scary, and you may have many questions. But you have people on your healthcare team to help. ...more
After a diagnosis of bladder cancer, you'll likely need more tests. Read on for details about these tests and what to expect. ...more
Deciding on TreatmentSee All
Here are some questions to ask your healthcare providers about treatment for bladder cancer. ...more
Several types of treatment may be used for bladder cancer. Learn about the choices your healthcare provider may suggest. ...more
ChemotherapyRadiationSurgeryOther Treatments
Here are some questions to ask your healthcare providers about treatment for bladder cancer. ...more
Several types of treatment may be used for bladder cancer. Learn about the choices your healthcare provider may suggest. ...more
Managing Side EffectsSee All
You may have difficulty eating or lose your appetite during cancer treatment. Try eating small, frequent meals throughout the day. To improve your appetite, don't drink beverages with your meals. ...more
Fatigue can come and go or stay constant for a while. Fatigue from chemotherapy tends to happen a few days after the treatment, peaks, and then gets better before the next treatment. Fatigue from radiation may not happen right away. ...more
Chemotherapy Side EffectsOther Treatment Side Effects
You may have difficulty eating or lose your appetite during cancer treatment. Try eating small, frequent meals throughout the day. To improve your appetite, don't drink beverages with your meals. ...more
Fatigue can come and go or stay constant for a while. Fatigue from chemotherapy tends to happen a few days after the treatment, peaks, and then gets better before the next treatment. Fatigue from radiation may not happen right away. ...more
Cancer FAQsSee All
 Bladder Cancer: Overview in Cancer FAQs
Bladder cancer most often starts in the cells that make the inside lining of the bladder. Learn more about symptoms, diagnosis, and treatments....more
 Bladder Cancer: Overview in Cancer FAQs
Bladder cancer most often starts in the cells that make the inside lining of the bladder. Learn more about symptoms, diagnosis, and treatments....more