Is it necessary to quit smoking to prevent bladder cancer? Is bladder cancer related to lack of drinking water?

Bladder cancer is the most common malignant tumor of the urinary system. It ranks high even in the top ten tumors in the body, firmly occupying the first place in the incidence of urinary and reproductive system tumors in my country. Bladder cancer is usually more common in people in their 40s and 50s, but with the accelerated pace of modern life, many young people have unhealthy eating habits, and the age of onset of bladder cancer is constantly being pushed forward, showing a trend of younger age. In addition, the incidence rate of men is significantly higher than that of women.

What is the cause of bladder cancer?

(1) Lack of water: Lack of water may cause bladder cancer. Experts point out that people who consume very little fluid have a higher risk of bladder cancer. Very little fluid intake makes urine concentrated and prolongs the urination period. If the bladder retains concentrated urine for a long time, it may increase the risk of bladder cancer. Therefore, pay attention to drinking more water in daily life.

(2) Occupational factors: How does bladder cancer develop? The development of bladder cancer is also related to some occupational factors, such as exposure to benzene dyes, which is the most common industrial risk factor for bladder cancer. It has been reported that people in the following occupations have an increased risk of bladder cancer: auto workers, painters, truck drivers, drillers, leather workers, metallurgists, mechanics, dry cleaners, papermakers, barbers, beauticians, oncologists, garment workers and plumbers.

(3) Tobacco: Tobacco may also cause bladder cancer. Studies have shown that 25% to 65% of bladder cancer patients smoke. Compared with non-smokers, smokers have a four-fold increased risk of bladder cancer. Therefore, smokers should pay attention to quitting smoking in time, as quitting smoking can reduce the risk of bladder cancer.

Prevention of bladder cancer should start from the source

First of all, we should adhere to scientific eating habits and eat more fresh vegetables and fruits, because fresh vegetables and fruits are rich in vitamins and trace elements, which can decompose the carcinogen - nitrosamines in the body. We should try to eat less meat, because meat can produce substances with similar structures to aniline and benzidine during metabolism in the body.

Secondly, those who have the smoking habit should quit smoking as soon as possible.

Thirdly, increase the amount of water you drink, because the amount of water you drink directly affects the concentration of urine in the bladder, which has an important impact on the occurrence of bladder cancer. People who drink less water will inevitably have less urine in their bladders, and after carcinogens are excreted from the kidneys to the bladder, the concentration in the urine is also correspondingly higher. These high concentrations of carcinogens will cause strong stimulation to the bladder mucosa. At the same time, people who drink less water will inevitably have longer intervals between urinations, which creates favorable conditions for the reproduction of bacteria (such as E. coli) in the bladder. Most people who suffer from bladder cancer are people who don't like to drink water or tea. The increase in the concentration of bacteria in urine can not only cause cystitis, but also continuously produce adverse stimulation to the bladder mucosa. Over time, the bladder mucosa, under the dual stimulation of bacteria and carcinogens, can gradually cause inflammation and erosion to lead to cancer.