Has anyone had a cystectomy? What can I expect after surgery?After the procedure, what are some things to be aware of or questions to ask the doctor?...Reactions0reactionsComments6 repliesDiagnosisCystosopy & Screening
Have others experienced inflammation from BCG treatments?I completed six weeks of BCG last week. I have arthritis in my spine and hips but the pain has increased with the treatments. Is this a common side effect?...Reactions0reactionsComments1 replies
Can BCG treatment be delayed?Doctor delayed my 5th BCG treatment today because of issues last week with some nausea, headache and fatigue?...Reactions0reactionsComments5 replies
Is it normal to have GI distress after BCG?I have been experiencing diarrhea, constipation, bloating, gas, flatulence, and abdominal cramps in the 48 hours after BCG. Has anyone else experienced this?...Reactions0reactionsComments7 replies
Thank you.I just found this site last week and read all the stories and wish to thank all of you. Makes me realize I am not the only one with this...Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesCoping
How long should I experience pain after a TURBT?Hello All! First post here. I suddenly and without any real symptoms as such got diagnosed with a large non invasive high grade bladder carcinoma. This also was accompanied by...Reactions0reactionsComments1 replies
Should I avoid alcohol if I have non-invasive bladder cancer?I am not a big drinker but I do love red wine when I go out for dinner. I haven’t consumed any alcohol for the last 4 weeks, since I...Reactions0reactionsComments3 replies
Can life be normal again after radical bladder removal?Can life ever be normal again. I am 71 and play tennis and golf regularly. Will I be able to do this if I have my bladder removed and don’t...Reactions0reactionsComments3 replies
Cancer One Year LaterIt's been a year since being diagnosed with t1 high grade non-invasive bladder cancer. So I decided to look back at some of the blogs I was putting out to...Reactions0reactionsComments2 repliesCopingMental Health
Ways to help someone who is coping with bladder cancer?What was the nicest or most helpful thing someone did for you while you were coping with bladder cancer?...Reactions0reactionsComments6 replies