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Bladder Cancer : Causes

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Bladder cancer
However, they are more invasive and have a worse outcome.As with most other cancers, the exact cause of bladder cancer is uncertain. However, several factors may contribute to its development:.Cigarette smoking.
Source:ADAM
Date:February 12, 2009
Bladder Cancer
Smoking is subsequently considered to be the greatest risk factor for bladder cancer. Workers who are exposed to certain chemicals that are used in the dye, rubber, leather, textile, and paint industries are also believed to be at a higher risk fo...
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Cancer
Bladder Cancer
There are several tests to find out whether bladder cancer is present. As a first step, a complete medical history will be taken to check for any risk factors.
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Alternative Medicine
Bladder Cancer
Although the exact cause of bladder cancer is not known, smokers are twice as likely as nonsmokers to get the disease. Hence, smoking is considered the greatest risk factor for bladder cancer.
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Medicine
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