Kidney Cancer

Overview

Cancer that starts in the kidneys is known as kidney cancer. Normally, kidneys are two bean-shaped organs, each around the size of your fist. One kidney is situated on either side of the spine, and they are situated behind your abdominal organs. Renal cell carcinoma is the most prevalent form of kidney cancer in adults. A kidney cancer type known as Wilms' tumour is more common in young children. Smoking is the main risk factor for kidney cancer. Additional contributing factors include having certain hereditary diseases, being exposed to certain chemicals, high blood pressure, diabetes, obesity, kidney stones, long-term dialysis, and diabetes. Most people don't exhibit any early-stage cancer symptoms or indicators. Usually, an accidental finding during an abdominal imaging exam will reveal kidney cancer. A person may experience symptoms including blood in the urine, lower back pain, a lump or swelling in the abdomen or around the kidneys, and untimely weight loss as the tumour grows. Surgery, targeted therapy, immunotherapy, or a combination of these treatments are typically used to treat kidney cancer. Chemotherapy and radiation therapy are occasionally applied.