Invasive urothelial carcinoma

Symptoms vary between individuals and can be dependent upon the stage of growth of the carcinoma. Presence of the carcinoma can lead to be asymptomatic blood in the urine (hematuria), Hematuria can be visible or detected microscopically. Visible hematuria is when urine appears red or brown and can be seen with the naked eye. Other symptoms are not specific. Other inflammatory conditions that affect the bladder and kidney can create similar symptoms. Early detection facilitates curing the disease. Other symptoms can involve: • pain or burning on urination • the sensation of not being able to completely empty the bladder • the sensation of needing to urinate more often or more frequently than normal These symptoms are general and also indicate less serious problems. == Prognosis and treatment ==

Prognosis is highly variable and dependent upon a multitude of factors. Reoccurrence does occur. Treatment is determined on a case-by-case basis. == See also ==