The American Cancer Society estimates that over 20,000 women in the United States will be diagnosed with urothelial bladder cancer (UBC), also known as bladder cancer, in 2024.
Learning about symptoms and what groups are most affected can help you take steps toward prevention.
Take our quick quiz to test your knowledge of UBC and ways to decrease your risk.
1. Women are at higher risk of developing urothelial bladder cancer.
2. Incontinence (the loss of bladder control) is a common symptom of bladder cancer.
3. There is a high risk of bladder cancer returning after treatment.
4. Genetics is the most significant risk factor for bladder cancer.
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Those with bladder cancer have a significant risk of developing depression.
6. Black women have a higher risk of dying from urothelial bladder cancer.
7. High levels of arsenic in your drinking water can increase your risk of developing bladder cancer.
This educational resource was created with support from Daiichi Sankyo.
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