After finding a cancerous tumour via cystoscopy on the 30th November and a CT scan 17th December I eventually contacted GP because I’d heard nothing regarding results, the waiting was really getting to me!! She was able to tell me that scan showed nothing else of concern but no more real detail. I then contacted the hospital to chase up when TURBT op was going to happen only to be told that all operations were cancelled due to COVID! Urology department also confirmed this is the case. Gutted!! I have now decided to have it done privately but it still means a wait of about 6 weeks. Hopefully I can keep myself from stressing out too much! If anyone else is experiencing the knock on effects of the pandemic, I feel for you, it’s blooming horrible!! My heart goes out to all those who are suffering from COVID too, what a world we find ourselves in!
Not an early bird either. Hope all goes well
Inanna x
Hi all just got back from hospital after having turbt yesterday...surgeon seemed to think all went well ..I will wait for results Did anyone else have pain on side of body the doctor said it is the side tumour was removed (left) that's why its bad ..I know it's very soon and I can expect pain I'm taking painkillers every 4 hrs.. nice to be home now hope everyone is OK
Hi Hou. Good to know things went smoothly. Pain after a TURBT is not unusual, bearing in mind you have an open wound inside you. Feet up for a few days. Nothing strenuous for at least a fortnight, and keep drinking plenty of water to keep things flushed out. Best wishes.
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