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Diagnosing & Treating Bladder Cancer in Williamsport, PA

The bladder is located in the pelvis and its main function is to collect and store urine. Bladder cancer is the fourth most common cancer in men and the eighth most common cancer in women, affecting mostly older adults. Almost 90 percent of all bladder cancers are transitional cell carcinoma.

Treatment for bladder cancer includes:

If you or a loved one has recently been diagnosed with bladder cancer, turn to the oncologists at UPMC Hillman Cancer Center. Our comprehensive approach brings experts together: our urologists work with our oncologists and surgeons, our social workers work with our pharmaceutical providers, and so on. We can offer personalized diagnosis and treatment for bladder cancer in Williamsport and the surrounding region.

Common Bladder Cancer Symptoms & Causes

We recommend visiting your doctor if you are experiencing any of the following symptoms, as they may be a sign of bladder cancer:

  • Frequent and painful urination
  • Chronic back and pelvic pain
  • Blood in the urine

Although the cause of bladder cancer isn’t always known, it has been linked to parasite infections, cigarette smoking, or chemical and radiation exposure.

Treating Bladder Cancer 

Your treatment at UPMC Hillman Cancer Center is completely unique. After being diagnosed with bladder cancer in Williamsport or Wellsboro, our doctors will see what treatment options best fit your condition. They will collaborate with many of our expert physicians to stop your cancer in its tracks. The treatment we recommend will be based on the following factors:

  • Type of bladder cancer
  • Age
  • Overall health

We have access to the latest technology for treating bladder cancer, and complete removal of the bladder is rarely needed. Your doctor will come up with a personalized treatment plan to obtain the most positive outcome.

Reach out to UPMC to schedule a consultation with one of our oncologists. We look forward to providing you with state-of-the-art treatment.

UPMC offers exceptional bladder cancer treatment at our cancer centers in Williamsport and Wellsboro, PA.