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Bladder cancer is one of the most common types of cancer, but it is also the most difficult to detect early. It is also called the “silent killer” and can progress without any visible signs until it reaches an advanced stage.
Here are 10 symptoms that should alert you and prompt you to see a doctor.
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 urine examination (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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