Cancer with an Anxiety DisorderGetting a cancer diagnosis is never easy. But when you have cancer and an anxiety disorder, you tend to jump to the...reactionscomments
Caregiving with a "C"Caregivers are starting to get more attention—in the press, in research, and in discussions about healthcare and illness. And I am both...reactionscomments
Too Much and Not Enough HelpWe had just settled into the hospital room when the phone rang. I answered it. “Is this Ms. Khoshroo?” a perky female...reactionscomments
More Lessons I Have LearnedSee Part 1: Lessons I Have Learned to read about some more of the takeaways Anita shares from her experiences with bladder...reactions8comments
The Pros and Cons of the CystectomyYou hear the news and it feels so black and white. When doctors tell you it’s time to remove your bladder, it’s...reactionscomments
Five Helpful Tips for CaregiversReceiving a diagnosis of bladder cancer can be a life-altering experience, not only for the person diagnosed but also for the spouse...reactionscomments
Bladder Cancer Anxieties: Financial StressIn this series, we discuss causes of anxiety for those facing a physical illness like bladder cancer and its side effects. Phrases...reactionscomments
Changes Post-Operation with a NeobladderYou came through surgery okay. Your recovery has been smooth, no major complications. You’re back to your daily routine, working, teaching, taking...reactions2comments
Superwoman! I Feel GOOD!It has been around four weeks (this is the 4th week, although it feels longer) since I addressed my diet and upped...reactionscomments
Let’s Talk About SexLet’s talk about sex. That’s right, sex. Before my bladder surgery, one of the biggest fears I had was that I would...reactions2comments
How Anxiety Affects the Bladder Cancer CommunityThe effects of cancer extend so much further than just the body. This disease can wreak absolute havoc on mental wellbeing. Anxiety...reactionscomments
The Mediterranean Diet: What is It & Will It Help Me? The Mediterranean diet has all the basic components of "healthy eating." It even allows for the odd cheeky glass of red...reactionscomments
Protecting Against a Future UTIUTI stands for urinary tract infection. Typically with this type of infection, there can be pain, burning with urination, possibly blood in urine...reactionscomments
Lessons I Have LearnedI have been living with terminal bladder cancer for nearly three years now. I feel so incredibly fortunate to have had this...reactions5comments
Public Restrooms: The Dilemma of Using "Disabled" ToiletsPrior to having my bladder removed, I never gave "disabled" toilets a second thought. In fact, I would walk past them and...reactions4comments
How I Handled Menopause and HRTHormone replacement therapy (HRT) isn't suitable for everyone, and there are some huge risks. One of them being that you may develop...reactions2comments
Why Patient Advocacy Matters and Why You Should Participate If You CanSince losing my first husband (Ahmad) to bladder cancer in 2014, I have gotten involved in patient advocacy related to bladder cancer...reactionscomments
What NOT to Say to Someone with Bladder Cancer!Over the last three years, I think I have heard every kind of reaction to my "I have terminal bladder cancer." Let's face...reactions8comments
UTI: Run, Don't Walk To Your DoctorHello, everyone. I have been missing in action for approximately 5 weeks. The reason and subsequent actions will probably blow your mind. I...reactionscomments
Second Annual Checkup Looms: Does it Ever Get Any Easier?I’ve been supporting and advocating for bladder cancer patients for over a year now, after I myself went through bladder cancer in...reactionscomments
