Nearly 20,000 women are diagnosed with bladder cancer each year, according to the American Cancer Society, with most being over age 55. And the unfortunate reality is that women are often diagnosed at ...

Noticing blood in your urine—medically known as hematuria—can be an alarming experience. It often prompts people to fear the worst, such as cancer. While it is indeed a significant symptom that should ...

Dear Dr. Roach: About three months ago, I bled a bit while urinating. This was the first (and only) time in over 30 years since menopause that this happened. An ultrasound was performed, and they ...

DEAR DR. ROACH: In a recent column, you stated that the body works to keep blood pH levels steady. My urologist has recommended that I drink baking soda in water to alkalinize my urine. Is it true ...

Microalbuminuria (a high albumin level in your urine) is often a marker of diabetic nephropathy (kidney disease). Since microalbuminuria often doesn’t cause symptoms, experts recommend seeing a doctor ...