The Beginning

By Thomas G

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My journey in 2022

July 1st: Seeing very dark urine one morning and went to the doctor's office to have it checked. They said they saw microscopic blood in the sample I gave at that time. Went off to have a CT scan done, which found nothing. Ok, no worries...

Sept 9th: The same thing happens. This time I make an appointment with a Urologist and then with my Doctor. 2 months to get into the Urologist.

Nov 2nd: States they need to go in for a look.

Dec 6th: Diagnosis - Tumor in my bladder.

Dec 23rd: Having it removed.

Finding an outlet online

I don't know how far advanced it is or what the outcome will be. I've hit the WWW and Youtube like never before. Boy is there a lot of information out there. Very daunting at times.

I'm not the very optimistic type of guy. But...

I found this website in my journey of the WWW and figured I needed an outlet to 'just breath' a little bit. I think this might just be good for me, So I'll stick around for a bit.

Thanks for being here.

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Linda Urbanski Member
<inline-mention username="Thomas G" user-id="6693545"/> G - I am happy that you found this site. I am sure you have found when scrolling through the internet that there is a lot to digest and it varies from good to bad to ugly. The great thing about this site is that many of us have been through this journey and provide information based on our personal experiences. When I was first diagnosed in 2014 my urologist said to stay off the internet and of course I did not listen. But luckily I found sites such as this and my journey was much less stressful and loaded with people who supported me throughout as they knew exactly what I was going through. Rest assured that we are always here for you and will try to answer your questions and concerns with knowledge and experience. Please keep us updated on how you are doing. My very best to you. Linda Urbanski ( moderator, <a href='https://bladdercancer.net' target='_blank'>Bladdercancer.net</a> team member
1. Thomas G Member
 <inline-mention username="Linda Urbanski" user-id="2062957"/> thank you
siri Member
Hello Thomas. Glad you found the group. Keep us posted - we’ve all been there. Actually your story is close to mine and I’m two years Cancer free. 
1. Laura MacKenzie Member
 <inline-mention username="Thomas G" user-id="6693545"/> the best Christmas present indeed. Wishing you a healthy 2023. Laura, Moderator, <a href='https://bladdercancer.net' target='_blank'>BladderCancer.net</a>
2. Laura MacKenzie Member
 <inline-mention username="Stuyoung09" user-id="6615997"/> hey. Hope all is still going well with your recovery. Laura, Moderator, <a href='https://bladdercancer.net' target='_blank'>BladderCancer.net</a>
Laura MacKenzie Member
<inline-mention username="Thomas G" user-id="6693545"/> Thank you for sharing your story. Wishing you well for next steps. There is a lot of article on here and people on the forum who can share their experiences. I know it is hard but try not to google. If you do, please try to keep to medical sites. When do you see your medical team, next? We are all here to support you every help of the way. Take care. Laura, Moderator, <a href='https://bladdercancer.net' target='_blank'>BladderCancer.net</a> 
1. Thomas G Member
 <inline-mention username="Laura MacKenzie" user-id="4260298"/> thank you 
2. Linda Urbanski Member
 @Thomas G - great news that your cancer is low grade and you will now need to just have surveillance. Please stay vigilant with this as it can change on a dime so to speak. Wishing you well and hoping for continued good news for you in 2023!! Linda Urbanski (moderator, <a href='https://bladdercancer.net' target='_blank'>Bladdercancer.net</a> team member)
Kirk Espeland Member
Hey <inline-mention username="Thomas G" user-id="6693545"/> , I just want to let you know we all love you so much, stay strong. I also was diagnosed with low-grade noninvasive and had it removed! lets crush cancer together. 
1. Laura MacKenzie Member
 <inline-mention username="Kirk Espeland" user-id="6713168"/> hope you continue with a healthy future. Laura, Moderator, <a href='https://bladdercancer.net' target='_blank'>BladderCancer.net</a>
2. Linda Urbanski Member
 @Kirk Espeland - great to hear that you are NED. I completely agree that we need to "crush" this disease as it is definitely impacting way to many people. My best to you. Linda Urbanski ( moderator, Bladdercancer. team member)
Thomas G Member
Update, first check after surgery and at the moment no signs of cancer. Treatment plan is to check every 3 months x 2 year.. again thanks to all for the support... Thoams
1. Laura MacKenzie Member
 <inline-mention username="Thomas G" user-id="6693545"/> that is just the best news. Delighted for you. Wishing you continued clear results. Laura, Moderator, <a href='https://bladdercancer.net' target='_blank'>BladderCancer.net</a>
Charles Anthony Ulloa Member
<inline-mention username="Thomas G" user-id="6693545"/> thank you for coming on here and sharing your story with us. I am so glad you found this community, and I think you will find exactly the support you need. Feel free to share as much with us as you are comfortable! As someone who tends toward a bit of pessimism myself, I understand how you feel. I tend to feel the same! I have found, however, that it helps to keep some room in our minds and hearts for the miraculous. Fingers crossed for ya! Hoping to hear more good news from you soon, Charles (Moderator / <a href='https://bladdercancer.net' target='_blank'>BladderCancer.net</a>)