An Overview of Bladder Cancer Prevention
Anything that increases a person's chance of developing
bladder cancer is called a bladder cancer risk factor. Doing your part to prevent bladder cancer means avoiding the risk factors that can be controlled. While taking these steps does not guarantee that someone will not develop bladder cancer, it does decrease the chances.
Unfortunately, some of the risk factors for bladder cancer -- such as race, age, and family history --cannot be controlled
(see
Bladder Cancer Risk Factors). Bladder cancer prevention focuses on reducing or eliminating the risk factors that can be controlled, such as:
Tobacco Use
The use of tobacco is a major risk factor for bladder cancer. Cigarette smokers are two to three times more likely than nonsmokers to get bladder cancer. Pipe and cigar smokers are also at increased risk of developing bladder cancer.
Occupation
Some workers have a higher risk of getting bladder cancer because of carcinogens in the workplace, such as:
- Workers in the rubber, chemical, and leather industries
- Hairdressers
- Machinists
- Metal workers
- Printers
- Painters
- Textile workers
- Truck drivers.
Aristocholia Fangchi
Aristocholia fangchi, a Chinese herb used for weight loss, has been linked to bladder cancer.
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