Genitourinary cancer

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 The cancer of the urinary system of men and women as well as the reproductive organs of men are known as genitourinary cancer. The reproductive organs cancer in women is known as gynaecologic cancer.




Urinary cancers are the ones that form when abnormal cells grow in the prostate, bladder, kidney, adrenal gland, urethra or other parts of the urinary tract system.

Most bladder cancers (90-95 %) begin in the cells of the inner lining of the bladder. These cancers are known as urothelial carcinoma or transitional cell carcinomas.

About 75% of transitional cell bladder cancers are non muscle invasive at the time of diagnosis. The remaining 25% however, invade the muscle and require more complicated treatment. 


Even though it is commonly referred to as bladder cancer, invasive urothelial cell cancer can be found not only in the bladder but also in related organs such as kidneys, ureters and urethra.


Other types of bladder cancer are rare (less than 10%) and includes:

  • Squamous cell carcinoma 

  • Adenocarcinoma 

  • Small-cell carcinoma

  • Micropapillary bladder cancer

  • Plasmacytoid bladder cancer


As for symptoms, they are the same as other problems and may not necessarily mean it is cancer.  The most common symptom of bladder cancer is blood (a rusty, red or pink hue) or blood clot (dark particles) in your urine. It would be wise to get yourself checked if you experience this.


Other symptoms may include, but not limited to:

  • Frequent urination

  • Needing to urinate but not being able to

  • Pain during urination

  • Pain on one side of your lower back.


Doctors specializing in this field can provide intricate guidance on the cases. One should always be aware and look out for symptoms which may seem like nothing at first but can turn to worse, if ignored.
Mentionable names among some of the Best Oncologists in Kolkata are:
Dr. Sanjoy Roy and Dr. Sayan Paul.

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