Question 1

does hpv cause bladder cancer?

Accepted Answer

No: Hpv is a viral infection linked to genital warts and cervical cancer in women. There are over 65 different types of the virus; some are more aggressive than others. However, hpv has not been linked to the future development of bladder cancer.

Question 2

why is bladder cancer cytology positive and hpv negative?

Accepted Answer

Not related: Hpv or human papilloma virus is associated with many cancers : cervical, throat, mouth, anal, & maybe lung. It is not known to be assocaited with bladder cancer. 
If bladder washings or bladder cytology (kind of like a pap smear for the bladder) then cystoscopy (visual inspection of the bladder lining) and biopsy are needed.

Question 3

can aspartame cause bladder cancer?

Accepted Answer

No: There is no evidence for that.

Question 4

is bladder cancer caused by a virus?

Accepted Answer

No: Not for most cancers in the US. 
In Egypt, the most common bladder cancer is caused by a parasite (S. haematobium), but that's pretty rare in the US.

Question 5

could chronic utis cause bladder cancer?

Accepted Answer

Possible but rare: Rarely, chronic inflammatory conditions of the bladder including chronic infections or chronic catheterization can lead to bladder cancer.

Question 6

how can  cigarette smoking cause bladder cancer?

Accepted Answer

Carcinogens: Cancer causing compounds in the smoke get inhaled and enter your bloodstream.  While the lungs get the first pass,  the kidneys and liver have to get rid of them.

Question 7

how does cigarette smoking cause bladder cancer?  if yes, then how often?

Accepted Answer

Urinary toxins: Toxic byproducts of smoking are made "water soluble" as part of the detoxification process by the liver. Over time, repeated exposure of the bladder lining (as well as lining of the kidneys and ureters) to these chemicals induces changes in the genetic material of the cells and can result in cancerous changes. Most cancers arise in the bladder as this is the most exposed vs. Kidney or ureter.

Question 8

why is actos (pioglitazone) still on market although it's confirmed to cause bladder cancer?

Accepted Answer

Not conclusive: There is not confirmation that it causes bladder cancer. The study you are mentioning was done in france where there is a very high percentage of smokers. Smoking can increase the level of bladder cancer. Kaiser is currently doing a large study to see if there is any association. Most of us still use Actos (pioglitazone) with our patients. Diabetes can be a bad disease also.

Question 9

grandpa has bladder cancer and cll leukemia. what causes these? so i know what to do to avoid ever developing either of these

Accepted Answer

Preventention of Can: Cancer is primarily a disease of the older age groups (&gt;65 year olds). From that perspective you are too young to worry about it. yet there are precautions you can/should take to reduce your risk of developing cancer. This requires you to live a Healthy lifestyle, meaning a healthy Diet(ample vegies and fruits) and regular exercise so that your weight is normal;  stay away from Smoking and alcohol

Question 10

what usually causes bladder cancer?

Accepted Answer

Several factors...: Smoking tobacco increases your risk of bladder cancer by causing harmful chemicals to accumulate in your urine.
Chemicals linked to bladder cancer risk include arsenic and chemicals used in the manufacture of dyes, rubber, leather, textiles and paint products.
Urinary schistosomiasis (a parasitic infection endemic in egypt, africa and the middle east) is associated with bladder cancer.

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