2-3 CM tumor and sessile legionsI am scheduled for a TURBT this coming Friday. They haven't given me much information as to whether they will be removing the tumors or just doing a biopsy. I...Reactions0reactionsComments13 repliesCopingSurgeryTreatment
Radical Cystectomy (RC) for a Grandma?Hi, my Mom has been diagnosed with Stage 4 Urethra cancer. We can't find much on that because it is so rare so we are cruising through bladder cancer forums...Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesUrostomySurgeryTips & Advice
My TURBT ExperienceI had a TURBT in September 2022. My next two cystoscopies over the following six months were negative. I decided to be under sedation at my third cystoscopy. As luck...Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesSurgery
Deciding for a early cystectomy?Hi, relatively new (1 month) to my bladder cancer journey 39 y.o. male diagnosed a TaG3 + CIS. My father had almost the same diagnosis at 67 about 8 years...Reactions0reactionsComments3 repliesNewly DiagnosedNeobladderSurgery
Surgery ChoiceI’m a 68 year old male works out, runs and bikes. So healthy body weight and active. I was diagnosed with bladder cancer which penetrated into the muscle. PET scan...Reactions0reactionsComments3 repliesSurgeryNeobladderUrostomy
6 months since my neobladder surgery In two weeks, it will be 6 months since my neobladder surgery. I am still experiencing pain and discomfort in the area of the operation. My inner thighs are still...Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesSurgeryCopingSide Effects
7 Weeks Since My Neobladder Surgery I was wondering if someone could provide me with an average time it takes to heal after neobladder surgery. I had my surgery in early October and had my catheter...Reactions0reactionsComments4 repliesNeobladderSurgery
I just have been diagnosed with bladder cancerHello, My name is Vicki I am 47 years old and last week I was diagnosed with bladder cancer. I had my TURBT 10 days ago and the urologist removed...Reactions0reactionsComments12 repliesCopingSurgeryMental Health
Preparing for post-op, best tipsWhat are the top things we should buy or do to prepare for post-op recovery at home? Tips for clothes, drains, showering, products that are helpful....Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesSurgeryCaregiving
Nephrostomy helpHi 8 months post op from RC today. My good kidney isn’t working to its true potential. I will be talking to my surgeon this week. Interested in recovery time...Reactions0reactionsComments2 repliesSurgery