Overview
Stage 2 Bladder Cancer diagnosis is when cancer cells have spread into the muscle layer of your bladder.
Understanding your Stage 2 Bladder Cancer diagnosis will help you partner with your doctors to make the best treatment choice for you. Tap “Watch Now” for an easy-to-understand overview of Stage 2 Bladder Cancer.
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Stage 2 Bladder Cancer diagnosis means that the Cancer has spread to the muscle layer of your bladder, shown here on the right in pink, but the cancer has not spread to the tissues around the bladder or any other organ.
What Tests Will I Need and Why?
Urine, Blood and Imaging tests are done to understand your general health, confirm your diagnosis and determine your cancer stage.
Tissue analysis is also typically done through a biopsy to identify the cancer cell type, which is critical to finding the best treatment option for you.
If your treatment team has not already performed tests to determine your cancer’s features, please ask your doctor when these tests will be performed.
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Stage 2 Bladder Cancer Symptoms
These are some common symptoms you might experience if you have Stage 2 Bladder Cancer;
- Blood in urine
- Urinating multiple times in a night
- Pain while urinating
- Difficulty urinating with a low-pressure stream of urine
- Pain in the abdomen
These symptoms of Bladder Cancer occur in both men and women.
Source: Cancer.org
Stage 2 Bladder Cancer Treatment
These are some common treatment options that are available for your Stage 2 Bladder Cancer:
- Surgery to remove the Bladder Cancer through the tube that carries urine from the bladder (urethra)
- Chemotherapy after surgery given directly into the bladder
- External radiotherapy with or without chemotherapy
- Immunotherapy helps your immune system identify and kill the Bladder Cancer. BCG is the most commonly used immunotherapy for this Stage
- A Clinical trial with a new treatment
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Source: Cancer.gov
Stage 2 Bladder Cancer Survival Rate
According to SEER data, Stage 2 Bladder Cancer has a survival rate of 69.6%. This generally means that people with Stage 2 Bladder Cancer are 69.6% as likely as people without cancer to live for 5 years after the diagnosis.
These numbers are an estimate and do not take into account the Bladder Cancer coming back or newer data so they should be used with caution.
Source: Cancer.gov
Stage 2 Bladder Cancer Recurrence Rate
The recurrence rate for Stage 2 bladder cancer is around 50% to 70%. This means that 50% to 70% of patients may experience a return of the cancer after initial treatment. It’s important to note that recurrence rates can vary based on individual factors, including the specific characteristics of the cancer and the treatments received. Regular follow-up and monitoring are essential for managing and addressing any potential recurrences.
Source: Cancer.gov
Stage 2 Bladder Cancer Prevention
Stage 2 bladder cancer is when the cancer has spread beyond the inner lining of the bladder into the muscle layer of the bladder wall. While there are no specific prevention strategies directly targeted at Stage 2 bladder cancer itself, general prevention strategies for bladder cancer include:
- Avoid Tobacco: Smoking is the most significant risk factor for bladder cancer. Quitting smoking or avoiding tobacco products can greatly reduce the risk of developing bladder cancer.
- Limit Exposure to Carcinogens: If you work in environments where you are exposed to industrial chemicals (such as those used in the dye, rubber, or chemical industries), using proper protective equipment and following safety guidelines can help reduce your risk.
- Stay Hydrated: Drinking plenty of fluids, particularly water, can help flush out potentially harmful substances from the bladder and may lower the risk of bladder cancer.
- Healthy Diet and Exercise: Maintaining a healthy diet and engaging in regular physical activity can contribute to overall well-being and might help reduce cancer risk.
- Regular Medical Check-ups: For individuals at higher risk of bladder cancer or those with a history of bladder cancer, regular follow-ups and screenings are important for early detection and management.
Source: Cancer.org
Stage 2 Bladder Cancer Definition
Stage 2 bladder cancer is defined as cancer that has grown into the muscle layer of the bladder wall but has not spread to nearby lymph nodes or distant organs. It is categorized as:
- Stage 2A: The cancer has invaded the inner muscle layer (muscularis propria) but remains confined to the bladder.
- Stage 2B: The cancer has invaded the outer muscle layer but still has not reached nearby lymph nodes or other distant sites.
This stage indicates that the cancer has penetrated deeper into the bladder wall compared to Stage 1 but has not yet spread beyond the bladder.
Source: Cancer.gov
