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Bladder Cancer

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Bladder cancer is the abnormal growth of cells in the bladder. Researchers do not know the exact causes of bladder cancer. Symptoms include blood in the urine, pain or burning during urination, and frequent urination.

Treatment for bladder cancer includes chemotherapy, surgery, and medication. A common drug class used to treat bladder cancer are kinase inhibitors.

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