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What Does A Growth On The Bladder Indicate?

I am a 62 year old male. I had a test today that showed a growth on my bladder, it look dark in color and shaped like a spade in a deck of cards. I have a urine catheter in i have not been able to void without it. in my history i used street drugs and consumed a lot of liquor and smoke. I am drug and alcohol finished! what is my diagnosis and is it too late for me to have cleaned myself up, I m a big boy give it to me straight, the truth shall set me free.
Wed, 28 Mar 2018
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Hello,

You are mentioning growth on the bladder. So it should be evaluated further. For that biopsy should be taken for a histopathology examination. Histopathology examination will be helpful in reaching a diagnosis and according to cause specific treatment given. Consult a urologist for examination and discuss your case.


Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Parth Goswami
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What Does A Growth On The Bladder Indicate?

Hello, You are mentioning growth on the bladder. So it should be evaluated further. For that biopsy should be taken for a histopathology examination. Histopathology examination will be helpful in reaching a diagnosis and according to cause specific treatment given. Consult a urologist for examination and discuss your case. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Parth Goswami