Basic Info
Symptoms
Abdominal pain; Abnormal urine color (dark, rusty, or brown; Back pain; Blood in the urine; Emaciated, thin,...
Causes
Renal cell carcinoma is the most common type of kidney cancer in adults. It occurs most often in men ages 50 - 70. The...
Tests
Pressing with the fingers (palpation) on the abdomen may show a mass or organ enlargement, particularly of the kidney or...
Treatments
Surgical removal of all or part of the kidney (nephrectomy) is recommended. This may include removing the bladder or...
Drugs
Treatment with anticancer drugs.
Alternative Therapies
You can ease the stress of illness by joining a support group whose members share common experiences and problems. See...
Complications
High blood pressure (hypertension; High calcium level; High red blood cell count; Liver function abnormalities; Spread...
Prevention
Stop smoking. Follow your health care provider's recommendations in the treatment of kidney disorders, especially those...
Doctor Specialties
Call your health care provider any time you see blood in the urine. Also call if you have any other symptoms of this...
Basic Info