Getting to Know My StomaSo I've had bladder cancer and with it came a Radical Cystectomy. The removal of my bladder along with nearby organs such as appendix, ureters, etc. and I now have... By Shirley Norris2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Aging and Bladder Cancer TreatmentIt's no surprise to learn that with advances in medicine and technology, individuals in the United States are living longer than ever before. However, as we age, we are more... By Editorial Team 5 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Metastatic Bladder Cancer When We Least Expected ItI lost my first husband to metastatic bladder cancer in 2014. That was after being told in 2011 that he had been “cured.” We experienced both the best case and... By Renata Louwers2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Traveling with Bladder CancerI travel a lot for work. Like a lot. This past fall I was home maybe four weeks out of sixteen. The winter months were a bit better, only on... By Paul Hebert3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Awaiting Diagnosis: Tips on Staying SaneBladder cancer is the same as any other disease or illness. In that before receiving a final diagnosis a number of "tests" and/or procedures will generally need to be performed... By Shirley Norris3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
What To Do When You Get The Worst Possible Bladder Cancer Diagnosis“The tumor board agreed unanimously that surgery is not an option,” the urologist told us. He didn’t make much eye contact so we understood that this was bad news but... By Renata Louwers3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Treating My Bladder SpasmsDo you experience bladder spasms, discomfort, trouble urinating and/or general pelvic pain after your BCG treatments or even with a Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)? I have terrible bladder spasms every... By Jennifer Toth2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Don’t Plan for FailureOne of my goals with the posts I write for this site is to provide those who think they might, or already are, walking the same path as I walked... By Paul Hebert4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
The Emotions of a Cancer DiagnosisThere are some days and dates in your life that you will just never forget. Like the birth of your child or the day you got married. Being diagnosed with... By Shirley Norris3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Body Image After Reconstructive SurgeryBody image is defined as an individual’s perception of the appearance or attractiveness of his or her own body. It has been the subject of media, medical and mental health... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Traveling During Cancer Treatment"Can I travel between immunotherapy treatments?" "Is an airplane safe after chemo?" "How do I bring my medications through airport security?" If you've been diagnosed with bladder cancer, you may... By Editorial Team 5 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
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 in a clinical trial is right for you... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments3 comments
Your Imagination and Bladder CancerMaybe I’m different than most but when I was diagnosed with bladder cancer I didn’t focus too much on the “today.” As I mentioned in an earlier post, I was... By Paul Hebert3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
What Positives Could Possibly Come out of Being Diagnosed With Cancer?I've set a precedent for myself after being diagnosed with cancer. Above all else I was determined to stay positive throughout my cancer journey, which is a lot more difficult... By Noel Forrest5 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Something Old Yet Something NewAfter I was diagnosed with Stage II bladder cancer requiring a radical cystectomy I talked with the doctors about the various diversions available to me. Based on my situation I... By Paul Hebert4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Dealing With Surveillance Check-ups After Receiving the All ClearI've had some difficult moments on my cancer journey. Dealing with cystoscopies, TURBT and BCG treatments is never easy. The process and my treatment were made very clear after diagnosis... By Noel Forrest4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments11 comments
When To Call The DoctorIn 2014, I was diagnosed with Lung Cancer and have been in active treatment ever since. I go every two weeks to have Opdivo (immunotherapy) infusions (into a vein). In 2017, when... By Jennifer Toth1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
My Emotional Christmas Day with CancerWhether you are awaiting diagnosis, newly diagnosed or are going through treatment, the holiday season seems to emphasize our vulnerability even more. For everyone else everything appears to be perfect... By Shirley Norris2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Not Always a Placebo! Types of Clinical TrialsWhen many people think of clinical trials, they may think of testing a new experimental drug or taking a placebo pill. But, not all clinical trials involve treatment! Even among... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Bladder Cancer and Financial ToxicityWhen you think of bladder cancer, have you thought about how expensive it is to treat bladder cancer and the ongoing economic impacts of ongoing treatment? When I was diagnosed... By Curtis Garbett2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments