Common causes of bladder cancer include:
Chemotherapy
The chemotherapy drug cyclophosphamide may increase the risk of bladder cancer.
Radiation treatment
Women who had radiation therapy to treat cervical cancer have an increased risk of developing bladder cancer.
Bladder infection
A long-term (chronic) bladder infection or irritation may lead to a certain type of bladder cancer.
What causes Bladder cancer?
Common causes of bladder cancer include:
Chemotherapy
The chemotherapy drug cyclophosphamide may increase the risk of bladder cancer.
Radiation treatment
Women who had radiation therapy to treat cervical cancer have an increased risk of developing bladder cancer.
Bladder infection
A long-term (chronic) bladder infection or irritation may lead to a certain type of bladder cancer.