URETHRAL CANCER

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URETHRAL CANCER

Urethral cancer is the formation of cancerous cells in the urethra. The urethra is the tube that carries urine — and in men, semen — from the body. This cancer is often associated with invasive bladder cancer, which tends to spread to adjacent soft tissue. Urethral cancer is rare and can occur at any age. There are several types of urethral cancer that may form: Squamous cell carcinoma, Transitional cell carcinoma, Melanoma and Adenocarcinoma. If you have been diagnosed with Urethral cancer, please speak with your physician to secure a precise diagnose and treatment options.

SYMPTOMS:

The symptoms of urethra cancer do not develop until the later stages of the disease. As the cancer grows, some patients may notice a lump or growth on the urethra. Others may notice pain or bleeding that accompanies urination. Please speak with your physician if you have any urinary concerns.

RISK FACTORS:

HPV (Human Papilloma Virus)

Chronic infection /chronic inflammation

EVALUATION & DIAGNOSIS:

After evaluating you with a history and physical exam, your practitioner may order a cystoscopy to look at the urethra and bladder. A tissue biopsy is essential to diagnose urethral cancer. If cancer is found, further imaging will be done to stage the tumor such as CT scan of the abdomen and pelvis, MRI, chest X-ray and bone scans.

TREATMENT:

Treatment of urethral cancer depends on the stage of the disease, the type of cancer and the patient’s age and overall health. Treatment options include surgery, chemotherapy, and radiation. In some cases, treatments are combined.

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Thank you for choosing our group of doctors and staff for your Urology needs. In order for us to better serve you, below is a checklist of things to know and bring to your first appointment. If you do not have the paperwork filled out prior to your appointment, please arrive 15 minutes early to complete in the office. If you do not have the paperwork filled out prior to your appointment time then your appointment will be rescheduled to another date.

Urology Specialists of Ohio has been a committed part of the Springfield community for more that 10 years, and now serves Springfield, Beavercreek, London, Xenia, and Urbana striving to improve the medical community, with excellence in all areas of urology.

Our goals are to provide state of the art medical treatment for patients with genitourinary problems. We provide this in the most compassionate and cost effective way possible. We take pride in providing excellent care with attention to detail and respect in a friendly atmosphere.

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