Overview
Main Symptoms
- Blood in urine (hematuria), visible or microscopic.
- Frequent or urgent urination.
- Pain or burning sensation when urinating.
- Lower back pain or pain on one side.
- Inability to urinate despite having the urge.
- Weight loss and fatigue in advanced stages.
Therapeutic Approach
Transurethral Resection (TURBT)
Cystectomy & Intravesical Therapy
Sources and medical information
Prepared by Tutti Cancer Warriors
Sources checked: 29 July 2026
This page provides general educational information. It does not replace medical advice, diagnosis or treatment from a qualified healthcare professional. Blood in the urine is the most common symptom of bladder cancer, but urinary tract infections, kidney or bladder stones and other conditions can cause similar symptoms. Contact a healthcare professional about visible or laboratory-detected blood in the urine, persistent urinary frequency or urgency, pain or burning during urination, difficulty urinating, one-sided lower back pain or another persistent urinary change. IARC estimates 635,264 new bladder cancer cases and 227,626 deaths worldwide in 2024. These population figures cannot predict an individual outcome; prognosis and treatment depend on the cancer type, grade, stage, whether it has invaded the bladder muscle, overall health and response to treatment.