Renal Cell Carcinoma Quiz
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Learn more about Renal cell carcinoma
Content updated on Sep 20, 2022
Renal cell carcinoma is kidney cancer that originates in the lining of the kidney tubules. The exact cause is unknown, but smoking and certain kidney diseases are risk factors.
Bloody or red urine
Kidney problem on a previous ultrasound scan
Low back pain
Your doctor may ask these questions to diagnose renal cell carcinoma
Have you ever had red or brown urine (hematuria)?
Have you ever had any abnormality on ultrasound of your kidneys?
Do you have pain in the lumbar back?
Surgery, chemotherapy, and targeted drug therapies are effective treatment options for renal cell carcinoma.
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