Histology results came back with cancer in one lymph node

By SueB2703

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After 9 months of battling through the diagnosis of high-grade muscle invasive bladder cancer, we found out the tumour couldn’t all be removed and the pain was unbearable. The chemotherapy was a challenge. I had 2 hospital stays due to a UTI, sepsis and pneumonia. The radical cystectomy (RC) was as I thought the final climb and living with a stoma was better than not surviving was my mindset.

Cancer.. again?

Yesterday we were blown away because my consultant told us out of the 12 lymph nodes sent to histology from my surgery one of my lymph nodes had cancer cells in it. Remember the day you were told you had cancer?! I was back there again. I was so sure I was going to get better news and cancer has yet again turned my life upside down.

Now we wait...

Now we wait for the scans and the results all over again. My consultant saved my life with the RC so I thought.
They can’t say if it traveled to other lymph nodes so the waiting game begins all over again.

Has anyone else had these results after a Radical Cystectomy?

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Laura MacKenzie Member
<inline-mention username="SueB2703" user-id="4126922"/> that must be hard. I know from personal experience how invasive an RC is so it must be hard to think there is more to deal with. We are here to support you every Step of the way. Laura, moderator
Linda Urbanski Member
<inline-mention username="antelopelady" user-id="2071545"/> - I am sorry to hear that you have had upsetting news but you certainly seem to be a positive person and have already gone through a great deal. I did not have cancer cells in my lymph nodes but know that others have. I assume that your doctors will have a plan of treatment. I think having confidence in our medical providers is important and if you do, that is the first step to coming up with a plan that will get you back on track. Please keep up posted and know that we are rooting for you and will be here for support whenever needed. Thinking of you. Linda ( moderator, <a href='http://Bladdercancer.net' target='_blank'>Bladdercancer.net</a> team member)
1. chris-in-suncity Member
 <inline-mention username="Linda Urbanski" user-id="2062957"/> Hi, Linda. On 11/24 I'll have a Turbt (spelling?) procedure because something's going on in my bladder. My urologist will remove the tumor and biopsy it, of course. Then I guess I'll be going through treatment for whatever they find. Wish me luck. A CT scan found some other areas of concern, yet the Keytruda continues to shrink the cancer in the lymph node. Just taking it one day at a time.
2. Linda Urbanski Member
 @chris-in-suncity - Good luck with your TURBT. Sending prayers that the biopsy shows good news. I assume that you doctor will also investigate other areas of concern and deal with them as best he/she can. One day at a time is the best way to deal with your situation at this time. Don't get ahead of yourself. We deal with what is dealt to us. My best to you. Please keep us updated. Linda ( moderator, <a href='http://Bladdercancer.net' target='_blank'>Bladdercancer.net</a> team member)
Linda Urbanski Member
<inline-mention username="SueB2703" user-id="4126922"/> - Have you received any update? I assume that your doctor has a plan for moving forward and hope that it is one that will ease your mind. I know that thinking you have gotten over the last hurdle only to find another one is stressful. Sending prayers your way. My best to you. LInda ( moderator, <a href='http://Bladdercancer.net' target='_blank'>Bladdercancer.net</a> team member)
1. Laura MacKenzie Member
 <inline-mention username="SueB2703" user-id="4126922"/> the waiting is the hard part, I know. Hopefully you get the results soon and then they can create a plan of next steps for you. Thinking of you and the <a href='http://BladderCancer.net' target='_blank'>BladderCancer.net</a> community is with you in spirit. Let us know how you go. Laura, Moderator, <a href='http://BladderCancer.net' target='_blank'>BladderCancer.net</a>
2. Linda Urbanski Member
 @SueB2703 No thanks necessary. Happy to hear that you had the test and I know that the waiting can be stressful. Let us know how things go. Sending you positive vibes. It will all work out. Linda ( moderator, <a href='http://Bladdercancer.net' target='_blank'>Bladdercancer.net</a> team member)

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