Early Detection Crucial: Study Links Blood in Urine to 10% Mortality Risk Within 3 Months

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Blood in Urine? Study Warns 1 in 10 Patients May Die Within 3 Months if Not Checked Early

Blood in urine, medically known as haematuria, is one of the most common warning signs of bladder cancer. It can appear as pink, red or cola-coloured urine and may occur without pain, making it easy to ignore.

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News18•20-03-2026, 12:07

Blood in Urine? Study Warns 1 in 10 Patients May Die Within 3 Months if Not Checked Early

•A new international study reveals 1 in 10 patients with visible blood in urine (haematuria) die within three months if the underlying cause is not investigated quickly.
•Haematuria, often painless, is a common warning sign of bladder cancer, which is the 17th most common cancer in India and 9th among men.
•Experts emphasize that early detection is crucial; bladder cancer is highly treatable when found at an initial stage, with 96% survival rates for non-muscle-invasive cases.
•Delays in diagnosis are common due to subtle, intermittent symptoms and misinterpretation as less serious conditions like UTIs.
•Smoking and occupational exposure to industrial chemicals are major risk factors; doctors urge immediate medical consultation for any visible blood in urine.

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