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Home Health Library Topics Renal cell carcinoma

Description

The most common type of kidney cancer in adults.

Overview

Renal cell carcinoma is most common in older adults. Risk factors include cigarette smoking and obesity.

Symptoms

Symptoms include blood in the urine and persistent pain in the back or the side.

Treatment

Treatment may include surgery, radiation, medications and destroying the cancer with heat or cold.

Last Updated: October 9th, 2024
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