cystoscope totals?T1 High grade 5 + years 3 x TURBT with BCG failed BCG 2 year mark + went on Gemzar.Been over 5 years and still get scopes every 3 months...Reactions0reactionsComments12 repliesCystosopy & Screening
2nd TURBTThe only problem I had pre my first TURBT was painless bleeding. This time I've had 2 rounds of antibiotics specific for a bladder infection and a anti-spasm med called...Reactions0reactionsComments1 replies
anyone held intervescial chemo fo more then 1 hourI have had BCG and now Gemzar chemo, I have never been able to hold it in for more then 1 hour. I am curious what others have experianced. ....Reactions0reactionsComments24 repliesSide Effects
Anyone choose to get neobladder?I met with my oncology urologist today and he surprised me by asking if I'd considered a neobladder instead of an external bag. I know what that is, but I've...Reactions0reactionsComments15 repliesNeobladder
Worried Hi I am 34 year old female, I am worried I have bladder cancer but I’m not sure what to ask the doctors to test for, any advise would be...Reactions0reactionsComments9 repliesDiagnosis
Article Comparing BCG and GemcitabineIn one of the articles on this site it says: “According to the American Urological Association, people with low-risk NMIBC should not receive BCG. Gemcitabine may be given as a...Reactions0reactionsComments6 repliesDiagnosis
Side Effects of Intravesical ChemotherapyHave you experienced any unusual symptoms during intravesical chemotherapy (ex., skin, mouth, or stomach issues, etc.)? Have you felt fatigue, loss of appetite, or other uncommon side effect?...Reactions0reactionsComments4 repliesTreatmentSide Effects
When Post Treatment Screening EndsIn November 21, I had my 4th and penultimate annual CT Scan. The results were all clear with continued NED (No Evidence of Disease). I was of course apprehensive waiting...Reactions0reactionsComments2 repliesNED/RemissionCystosopy & Screening
Too Many Cystoscopes?I was diagnosed with non-invasive low grade bladder cancer in 2013. (one polyp) For the first two years after had cystoscopies 4X/year. , then 2 years at 2x/year for an...Reactions0reactionsComments5 replies
BCG questionI am being treated with BCG for my NMIBC Ta-T1, an approach I tried to learn about from my surgeon and through my own research. Two different nurses have done...Reactions0reactionsComments14 repliesTreatment