Renal cancer is the most common type of kidney cancer. For you to be more aware of the condition, here are some crucial facts about renal cancer.

• About 90% of the patients suffering from kidney cancer have renal cell carcinoma.
• It has been found that kidney cancer generally affects people over the age of 50. It is rarely found in people under the age of 45.
• The five-year survival rate for people with renal cancer is around 74%.
• It is interesting to note that March is considered the national kidney cancer awareness month.
• Studies show that men are more prone to renal cancers than women.
• It is alarming to note that kidney cancers are among the top 10 types of cancer affecting men and women.
• It is interesting to note that although renal cancer has been on the rise since the 1970s, the mortality rate has been on the decline. This can probably be attributed to the advancement in medicine and medical technology, which provides timely diagnosis and treatment.
• Studies have shown that smokers, obese persons, and persons following a fatty diet are more prone to renal cancer.
• It has been found that a family history of renal cancer makes you susceptible to the disease.
• Studies show that environment effluents like asbestos, cadmium, or other pollutants can increase the risk of renal cancer.
• It has been found that African-Americans are more prone to renal cancer than Caucasians. The reason, however, is unknown.
• Research indicates that having a family history of some other genetic disease could also make you predisposed to being affected by renal cancer. Certain genetic diseases transmitted through a family gene may enhance the risk of renal cancer.
• Research shows that running and walking decreases the chance of renal cancer. Even running or jogging twice or three times a week could go a long way in keeping cancer at bay.
• Wilm’s tumor is the most prevalent renal cancer among children ut the prognosis is good and statistics show that about 85% of patients suffering from this tumor are cured.
• A nagging back pain, constant tiredness, and severe weight loss or a lump on the lower back site and fever or a few indications of renal cancer. These are the most classic symptoms of renal cancer.
• In most cases, it has been noted that patients using long-term medication and NSAIDs are at a high risk of developing renal cancer.
• If you pass deep red color urine, you should look out for renal cancer. This is also one of the most experienced symptoms of renal cancer.
• The survival rate of four years or more in patients with renal cancer is around 75%. If the disease is caught early, the patient has a much better chance at survival.
• Ongoing research in molecular trials and genetic studies have paved the way of discovering new agents to combat the disease. This could mean that better treatment options can be found; hence, the prognosis can be achieved for renal cancer patients.
• Studies show that immunotherapy has benefited patients suffering from renal cancer. Immunotherapy has been found to be a better alternative to a lot of existing treatment options. It has been found that approximately 50% to 65% of patients have positively responded to this treatment.
• Once diagnosed with renal cancer, it is vital to examine the extent of the spread of cancer as this cancer is known to spread to other organs easily.
• Sonography can help in detecting renal cancer. Doctors advise the sonography test for those over 50 for early detection of renal cancer. If detected early it can be cured.