Bladder Cancer Awareness Month: Warning signs of bladder cancer - Hindustan Times

Bladder cancer begins in the bladder, a hollow muscular organ in your lower abdomen that stores urine.

Elaborating on what could cause bladder cancer, Dr Atluri says risk factors could range from genetics to cigarette smoking.

Cigarette smoking is the most common risk factor for bladder cancer.".

- Blood in the urine is the most important warning symptom of bladder cancer to watch out for.

Warning that smoking is a major risk factor associated with bladder cancer, Dr Atluri says initiation of treatment for smoking cessation, if appropriate is recommended