What is kidney cancer?
Kidney cancer happens when normal cells in the kidney change into abnormal cells and grow out of control. People have 2 kidneys, 1 on each side of the mid-back. The kidneys' job is to filter the blood and remove waste and excess salt and water. Urine is made up of these ingredients.
What are the symptoms of kidney cancer?
Smaller kidney tumors do not always cause symptoms. But larger tumors and tumors that have spread outside of the kidney can cause symptoms, such as:
These symptoms can also be caused by conditions that are not cancer. But if you have these symptoms, you should be checked by a doctor or nurse.
Is there a test for kidney cancer?
Yes. If you have symptoms of kidney cancer, your doctor or nurse might order a test to check your kidneys. These tests can show tumors or abnormal growths. They create images of your kidneys in different ways, and they include:
What is kidney cancer staging?
Cancer staging is a way in which doctors find out how far a cancer has spread.
The right treatment for you will depend a lot on the stage of your cancer.
How is kidney cancer treated?
People with kidney cancer often have 1 or both of the following treatments:
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