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| == Overview == | | == Overview == |
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| In the United States, bladder cancers usually start from the cells lining the bladder (called transitional cells).
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| The exact cause of bladder cancer is uncertain. However, several things may make you more likely to develop it:
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| Cigarette smoking. Smoking greatly increases the risk of developing bladder cancer. Up to half of all bladder cancers in men and several in women may be caused by cigarette smoke.
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| Chemical exposure at work. About one in four cases of bladder cancer is caused by coming into contact with to cancer-causing chemicals at work. These chemicals are called carcinogens. Dye workers, rubber workers, aluminum workers, leather workers, truck drivers, and pesticide applicators are at the highest risk.
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| Chemotherapy: The chemotherapy drug cyclophosphamide (Cytoxan) may increase the risk of bladder cancer.
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| Radiation treatment: Women who had radiation therapy to treat cervical cancer have an increased risk of developing bladder cancer.
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| Bladder infection: A long-term (chronic) bladder infection or irritation may lead to a certain type of bladder cancer.
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| Some research has suggested a link between artificial sweeteners and bladder cancer. The evidence is weak.
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| ===Drug Causes===
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| [[Dapagliflozin]]
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| == References == | | == References == |