Bladder Cancer: The Symptoms, Signs and Care among Elders
Bladder cancer occurs when the bladder cells start to grow out of control forming tumors. The cancerous cells may further spread to other parts of the body. The exact cause of bladder cancer is unknown (like many other cancers), and its 4-fold more prevalent in men than it is in women. Bladder Cancer Cases are on the Rise According to Globo Can, a world cancer coalition and cancer research facility, bladder cancer is the 10th most commonly diagnosed cancer worldwide. As per the research paper published on 14th December 2020 by the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC), bladder cancer has risen to 19.3 million cases and 10 million cancer deaths in 2020. The Month of May - Bladder Cancer Awareness Month Increased awareness, educating the public on the symptoms, and timely diagnosis and prognosis can significantly enhance survival rates in bladder cancer. Reflecting this awareness objective, the month of May is observed as Bladder Cancer Awareness month. Continue reading the