Hello all you lovely people ️
Today I had BCG number 9, so first maintenance round finished - WOOHOO!! My lovely Nurse, Ann , is wonderful and has supported me and lovely Hubby amazingly. I cried this morning once it was done. It is such a difficult journey that we are on and I thank God, and the NHS, that I can rely on seeing Ann at each appointment. I never imagined that I would be living this strange life of constant Hospital appointments and I have to admit that it is testing me. I'm having some counselling (through Bupa and Macmillan Cancer Support) and we have come to the conclusion that I struggle with loss of control of my life. Does anyone else feel like this?
I've got my PDD scan booked for 14th November under GA so if anything suspicious is seen biopsies can be taken during the procedure. Then onto maintenance round number 2 with BCG numbers 10, 11 and 12, then I'm halfway through the schedule. Trying very hard to stay in a positive mindset.
Sending love and positivity to everyone.
Love Ade ️ xx
Me too Frank had I think 18 bcg, with no reoccurance, apart from red patch in June so it seems to working for me. Good luck too
I love that BB it gives me hope that it will work and i will keep my bladder. How are you today BB ?
Much love Angela x
Hi Frank
Thank you for your good wishes. I had my pre op today too. It was all over and done very quickly as all my previous blood tests and ECG are still in date. Got my PDD scan on 14th November after 9 BCG's.
I can honestly say I never expected to be in this situation. For weeks I was assured that these tumours would be low grade and I would just need monitoring then the Pathology came back as T1 G3 and here we are!! Now I'm praying that the BCG works and I can keep my bladder.
It's good to hear that you have now had 9 BCG, 3 more and we both get a longer break....woohoo
Sending you all my best wishes for 25th November.
Love Ade ️ xx
Hi Angela, so sorry to hear this dose of BCG has made you unwell. I hope you feel better very soon ️ Ive had bladder pain since my last BCG, I just have to think that it's working
.
Love Ade xx
Thanks Ade, the bladder stinging is easing , its the flu like symptoms and fatigue that are lingering. Its just tough at times isnt it. going to take some pk’s and sit in the garden . Really feeling sorry for myself today . Shoulders back going to try smashing it xx
Much love Angela x
Hi Ade,Sorry you are in pain.Bladder pain is miserable,I hope it goes asap.Love and hugs Jane xx
Whatever cancer throws your way, we’re right there with you.
We’re here to provide physical, financial and emotional support.
© Macmillan Cancer Support 2025 © Macmillan Cancer Support, registered charity in England and Wales (261017), Scotland (SC039907) and the Isle of Man (604). Also operating in Northern Ireland. A company limited by guarantee, registered in England and Wales company number 2400969. Isle of Man company number 4694F. Registered office: 3rd Floor, Bronze Building, The Forge, 105 Sumner Street, London, SE1 9HZ. VAT no: 668265007