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
BCG or UTI?Have you recently started BCG treatments for non-invasive bladder cancer? There are many possible side effects of this treatment: The common theme here is that BCG side effects may mimic... By Jennifer Toth2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments3 comments
Coping with Sexual DysfunctionFor some individuals diagnosed with bladder cancer, the recommended treatment may be surgery to remove portions of the affected organ, such as cystectomy which includes removal of the bladder, and... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
7 Things to Help You Prepare for a Clinical TrialYou're ready to explore the world of clinical trials! I have come up with what I think are the top 7 things to keep in mind as you prepare and... By Curtis Garbett4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
My Diagnosis StoryFirst of all, welcome to our new BladderCancer.net friends. We are a caring group and we know this is not the new club you wanted to join. You were forced... By Jennifer Toth2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
What to Bring to the Hospital for a Radical CystectomySo, you have been diagnosed with bladder cancer and are having a radical cystectomy. Your head is probably in a whirl right now with fear, anxiety, and relief that, finally... By Shirley Norris4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments5 comments
Will I Need to Pay to Be in a Clinical Trial?Clinical trials can provide an opportunity for patients to receive the latest treatment, provide a new treatment option for those whose previous treatment didn’t work, and allow patients to be... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
5 Things Not To Say To Someone with Bladder CancerIt's tough to know the right things to say to anyone who is dealing with a cancer diagnosis. We want to make sure we are saying the right things that... By Curtis Garbett2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Bladder Cancer FAQsA bladder cancer diagnosis can be stressful and overwhelming, and sifting through information to get answers is difficult. More than 700,000 people are living with bladder cancer in the United... By Editorial Team 4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Are You Given All the FACTS?Within 2 weeks of being diagnosed with bladder cancer, I was admitted to hospital for surgery to remove the tumor. The operation is called a transurethral resection of the bladder... By Noel Forrest4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
My TURBT ExperienceThe operation is called a transurethral resection of bladder tumor (TURBT). Your surgeon removes the tumor in your bladder through the urethra. The urethra is the tube that carries urine... By Jennifer Toth3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Tips to Prepare for a CystectomyI had a radical cystectomy earlier this year. This involved the removal of my bladder, cervix, appendix, anterior vaginal wall and a number of lymph nodes. I had an ileal... By Shirley Norris4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
BCG: It Was All Going So WellFor those of us diagnosed with non-invasive bladder cancer, there is some relief with the knowledge that there are treatments that can stop the spread of cancer from within the... By Noel Forrest3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments16 comments
7 Tips to Get You Through the Holiday SeasonThis time last year I had received my bladder cancer diagnosis and was awaiting my Radical Cystectomy, scheduled for the 30th January. I had the whole holiday season to get through... By Shirley Norris3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
5 Things You Should Know Before Going To The Grocery StoreOne topic that came up once I was diagnosed with Stage IV bladder cancer was the topic of nutrition. I started to think I must change my diet and immediately... By Curtis Garbett2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
The Clinical Trial Consent Form: Understanding Your Rights & ResponsibilitiesInformed consent is the term that signifies a person has been given information regarding all possible consequences for a treatment, including both potential risks and benefits. While informed consent frequently... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
What's a Bladder Spasm? I Found Out the Hard WayAfter my surgery, a nurse came to the recovery room to prepare me for discharge. In her hand were prescriptions for three different medicines – an antibiotic to prevent UTIs... By Sarah Watts2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments4 comments
What Can Giving Back Give You?Giving can seem like a one way street. We let go of something that belongs to us - often my money or clothing or food - so that someone in... By ninahu1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Genetic & Genomic Testing: What I LearnedHave you thought about cancer genetic testing, has your doctor mentioned it, or have you even heard of cancer genetic testing? I was one of those who had never heard... By Curtis Garbett3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments