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Kidney Cancer Symptoms
Usually, the signs and symptoms of kidney cancers are not noticeable. However, common kidney cancer symptoms include:
- Unexplained and sudden weight loss
- Presence of blood in the urine
- Backache
- Pain at the side
- Loss of appetite
- Fatigue
- Fatigue
Kidney Cancer Causes
The exact cause of kidney cancers is not known. Cancers happen when cells in your body begin to multiply at an abnormal rate due to DNA changes. These abnormal growths of cancer cells can metastasise and further extend to other parts of the body. Your risk of developing cancer depends upon several factors. Common risk factors include:
- Advanced age
- Smoking
- Obesity
- Hypertension
- Kidney failure treatment
- Family history
Kidney Cancer Diagnosis
Kidney cancer is diagnosed based on the severity of symptoms, individual risk factors and overall health of the patient. Common tests and procedures done to diagnose kidney cancer include:
- Blood tests
- Urine tests
- X-ray
- CT scan
- MRI scan
- Kidney tissue biopsy
Kidney Cancer Treatment
Your treatment protocol will depend on the type and stage of cancer along with factors affecting your overall health. Kidney cancer is treated with a combination of two or more alternatives. Treatment methods are:
- Chemotherapy
- Surgery to remove the affected kidney
- Surgery to remove the tumour of the kidney
- Targeted therapy
- Radiation therapy
- Immunotherapy
Top oncologist in Delhi NCR at the CK Birla Hospital offer personalised care and best treatments to improve the patient condition.
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FAQs
What is the most common kidney cancer in adults?
Renal cell carcinoma is the most common kidney cancer in adults.
How can I prevent kidney cancer?
You can prevent kidney cancer by quitting smoking, maintaining healthy body weight and controlling your blood pressure levels.
What can I do to cope with kidney cancer?
Coping methods include counselling, art therapy, support groups and awareness programs.