Why Wasn’t I Chosen for a Clinical Trial?In any clinical trial, participants must meet certain criteria to be eligible to participate. There are two commonly used terms when describing...reactionscomments
Is a Clinical Trial Right for Me? 5 Questions to Help you DecideMaking decisions can be tough, especially when they relate to your health! One decision you may face is whether or not participating...reactions3comments
7 Things to Help You Prepare for a Clinical TrialYou're ready to explore the world of clinical trials! I have come up with what I think are the top 7 things...reactions1comment
Finding and Choosing Your UrologistWhen you are newly diagnosed with bladder cancer, your care team will expand. In addition to an oncologist, you may need a...reactions1comment
Secondhand Smoke and Bladder Cancer: What’s the Connection?The relationship between bladder cancer and smoking has typically been investigated and tied to the smoking history of the patient. But there...reactions7comments
Bladder Cancer Treatment: Immunotherapy vs ChemotherapyPeople may know chemotherapy as a cancer treatment more readily than immunotherapy. But immunotherapy is gaining traction, and for good reason. Immunotherapy...reactions1comment
Updates to UC and NMIBC Bladder Cancer TreatmentIn 2021, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) made decisions on several new treatments for bladder cancer. This may help provide...reactions1comment
Problems That Can Happen After Radical CystectomyIf you have bladder cancer or cancer that has spread from other areas into your bladder, you may need a radical cystectomy...reactions12comments
How Do Drugs Get Their Names?Most drugs on the market have 2 names. They have a brand name (like Tylenol), and a generic name (like acetaminophen). Unlike...reactions1comment
Bladder Cancer in WomenSome people refer to bladder cancer as an "old man's cancer." After all, it is the 4th leading type of cancer in...reactions8comments
Pelvic Floor Prolapse: Should You be Worried?If you have bladder cancer, your doctor might recommend a procedure called a radical cystectomy. During a radical cystectomy, doctors remove your...reactions2comments
Bladder Cancer and BCG Reactive ArthritisOne method used to treat non-muscle invasive bladder cancer is called Bacillus Calmette-Guerin (BCG) treatment. BCG is a type of bacteria. During...reactions7comments
BCG-Unresponsive Bladder Cancer DefinedThe most common treatment for non-muscle-invasive bladder cancer (NMIBC) is called Bacillus Calmette-Guérin (BCG). BCG involves filling the bladder with a live...reactions8comments
Understanding Your Pathology ReportGetting a bladder cancer diagnosis can be scary and surprising. The words used by your doctor may be confusing; the medical terms...reactions1comment
Genetics and Bladder Cancer: A Family AffairBladder cancer is the sixth most common cancer in the United States, and the number of new cases continues to rise each...reactions19comments
Cachexia and Sarcopenia With Bladder CancerUnintended weight loss can be a common side effect of cancer and cancer treatment. For many people, this is not a problem...reactionscomments
How Medical Nutrition Therapy May Help Fight CancerDiet and nutrition are hot topics lately. If you are on social media, you are likely scrolling past lots of articles on...reactions3comments
Urinary Dysfunction and IncontinenceBladder cancer and cancer treatments can damage the nerves and muscles that help control the urine flow from your bladder. This can...reactions1comment
Ostomies and Bladder CancerIf you have bladder cancer, some medical jargon may feel confusing. Many medical terms sound similar but have different meanings. This is...reactionscomments
Bladder Cancer: Environmental and Occupational HazardsSome of the biggest cancer risks come from lifestyle factors known as environmental hazards. These hazards are present in many people's daily...reactions3comments
