Hi all
Been a while since I posted anything. Had initial TURBT on 4th October and then a second TURBT on 4th November. Diagnosis was stage 2 and there was some residual tumour at second TURBT. I have initial appointment with the oncologist on 3rd January to be followed by three cycles of chemotherapy, and then possible cystectomy in spring. I just want to get the chemo started but do feel a bit glad I can enjoy Christmas first! From what I gather I am not a candidate for neobladder so in some ways that makes things easier, no decision to make on what is the best option. Glad of all the comments on here with people sharing their experience of urostomy as this gives confidence that learning to live a new way isn't as scary as it first seems. I first had symptoms in July and it has been a bit of a whirl at times, but if all goes to plan I will hopefully be clear in less than a year from diagnosis. My grandchildren are 7 & 4 and I look forward to being at their weddings!
Hi again Deacon P . Good to know you have your chemo planned for the New Year and so it should not upset the holiday plans. I had six sessions of it and tolerated it well. Good luck with it all. Enjoy Christmas with the grandchildren. Best wishes.
