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Because the survival rates for bladder cancer are much better if the disease is caught early, it is important for people to be aware of its symptoms. In most cases the first symptom of bladder cancer is blood in the urine. The urine may appear normal color or bright red or rust colored. The blood may not be visible all the time and change in color may come and go. There may also be pain with urination or a change in bladder habits (for example, needing to urinate more often or feeling the urge to urinate but not being able to do so). Because these symptoms may also be caused by several benign conditions (e.g., bladder infections and kidney stones), it is important to see your doctor to determine the exact problem. Detection If you have symptoms, your doctor will ask you about your medical history and perform a complete physical exam. This will likely include placing a gloved finger inside the vagina or rectum to see if any tumors can be felt. Your doctor will also want to check your urine for signs of infection and to see if any cancer cells are present.  This content is reviewed regularly. Last Updated 6/6/2007
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