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Dr. Malysheva: not drinking enough water threatens the development of bladder cancer

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Elena Malysheva advised to remember that reluctance to drink water can lead to cancer.

It is imperative to drink water every day, said Dr. Malysheva , adding thatnot drinking enough water threatens the development of bladder cancer.

“If you don’t drink water, then your risks of bladder cancer are high,” the doctor and TV presenter emphasized.< br>Malysheva’s colleague, doctor German Gandelman, added: in winter the human body should receive 2 liters of fluid daily, and in the hot summer season – 3 liters.

How does bladder cancer manifest?In many cases, the first sign is hematuria – blood in the urine. Due to the presence of blood, urine may turn orange, brownish, or pink. In addition, blood may or may not be present, that is, urine after traces of blood are noticed in it may remain transparent for a long time. However, if a person has bladder cancer, at some point the blood will appear again.

Other possible signs:

  • The need to urinate more often.
  • When urinating, pain or burning is felt.
  • A weak stream of urine appears.
  • Urination becomes more frequent during the night.

The MedikForum.ru portal previously wrote about why it is dangerous to drink mineral water all the time in the heat.

Important! Information is provided for reference purposes . Ask a specialist about contraindications and side effects and under no circumstances self-medicate. At the first signs of illness, consult a doctor.

Elena Malysheva Elena Malysheva Health general practitioner, cardiologist, doctor of medical sciences, professor, presenter of health programs