Hi good morning .I was recently diagnosed with bladder cancer after having an investigation into my bladder I have had a turbt procedure biopsies were taken for investigation the outcome was not very good I have stage one cancer but grade three tumour .My consultant has offered me two procedures one a b c g.or full bladder removal plus prostate plus lymph nodes. I believe b c g is not as successful as the second option but I am struggling with such radical surgery of the second option my mind is all over the place I look at my wife she looks so worried its breaking my heart and I feel so emotional .I don't know which way turn .my consultant wants me to have a scan on my chest is that normal?should I get a second opinion. Thanks for listening this probably only my second e mail I have ever sent. Teddy
Hi Teddyj and warm welcome to the Macmillan Online Community although sorry that you had to find us and especially sorry to hear about your diagnosis.
A cancer diagnosis brings many questions, much confusion and lots of stress but talking with others who are walking the same type of journey will help you navigate this challenging time.
The Community is organised into dedicated support groups so can I recommend you join our supportive Bladder cancer group, this will be a good place to connect with patients and families navigating the same type of cancer journey.
To join a group just click on the link above then choose 'click to join' or 'join' (depending on the device you're using) on the page that opens.
You can then introduce yourself by putting up a ‘New Thread’ or hit the box with the X on the top right (phones), you could just copy and paste the text from this your first post. You can also join in with existing ‘Discussions’ by clicking on 'reply'.
It’s always good to talk and the Macmillan Support Services provides lots of information, support, financial guidance or just a listening ear.
Most services are open 8am to 8pm, 7 days a week and it's free to call on 0808 808 00 00 have a look by Clicking here to see what is available and we also have our Ask an Expert section, but do allow two working days for replies from our expert team.
To find information covering diagnosis, treatments and pages covering most types of cancers can be found on our Online Information and Support Section.
All the very best
