At Calaway•Young Cancer Center, we treat a wide variety of cancers,
including urinary cancer. This type of cancer affects the urinary tract
system, which involves the bladder and kidneys. These organs are responsible
for creating and storing urine, which is disposed of by the urethra (another
part of the UT system). Urinary cancer affects both men and women and
is considered one of the most common cancers in the United States. According
to the American Cancer Society, men are at higher risk for bladder and
kidney cancer than women. Regardless of the case, our gifted cancer team
is here to provide you with the utmost medical care at our state-of-the-art
facility in Glenwood Springs, CO.
Types of Urinary Cancer
There are two main types of urinary tract cancers:
Bladder
Kidney
There are also many subtypes of bladder and kidney cancers, and our team
is highly trained and experienced in treating these diseases through a
multidisciplinary approach.
Causes
Doctors are unsure of the exact cause of urinary cancer, but we do know
it starts with a mutation of cells within the urinary tract system. When
these cells divide and grow, it can develop into a malignant tumor. According
to the American Cancer Society, about nine out of ten people are likely
to be affected by bladder cancer over the age of 55. Advanced age is a
contributing risk factor along with gender, race, infection, and one’s
overall health.
Symptoms
The most common signs and symptoms of urinary cancer include:
Blood in urine
Frequent urination
Pain when urinating
Lower back pain (not caused by injury)
Pelvic pain
Unexplained weight loss
Fatigue
Treatment Options
Our cancer center offers a variety of different treatment options for men
and women with urinary cancer. Common treatments include surgery, immunotherapy,
chemotherapy, and radiation. Treatments will vary from patient to patient
and will rely on the type of UT cancer, size of the tumor(s), location,
and stage. Our board-certified oncologists also coordinate with other
medical specialists at Valley View Hospital to ensure you are getting
the best treatment care possible.
Trusted Service
At Calaway•Young Cancer Center, our cancer team is diversely trained
and equipped to provide patients with accurate diagnosis and optimal treatment
plans for their disease. You and your family can rest assured that you
are in very capable hands. We take great pride in what we do and work
diligently to provide service you can trust and depend on. If you or your
loved one is in need of treatment, call our office today to schedule an
appointment.
