Diagnosis day

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Hi all

Well today was the day that I was told what diagnosis I had. I thought I may not get away lightly but oh boy! 

My consultant basically said that I had muscle invasive bladder cancer that has penetrated the fat and is also in my abdominal lymph nodes. No RC, can't be done straight to chemo radiotherapy.

I am now waiting for oncology to decide if I need another TURBT before commencing treatment. 

He seemed a little shocked at a 50 yo female, no previous health history to be where we are. I had a scan in November that was clear. 

Just had a letter on my app detailing the cancer. 

G3 (HG) pT2 TCC bladder cancer. 

So, on to the next job. At least we know what we are dealing with. 

Any words of wisdom for me? 

Thanks again for all of your helpful responses and support 

  • Hi Nananaps,I’m sorry it wasn’t such good news but I’m glad you have some treatment planned.You will have the support of this group as well as your family and friends to help you through.Love Jane xx

  • Sorry to hear that you didn't get the result you wanted.

    Wishing you all the best on the upcoming treatment plan etc.

    Take care.

    Trevor 

  • Hi Nananaps, I’m sorry you have this to deal with.
    But I know you’ll have fantastic treatment and support and you will be well again. 
    we’re all here some of us with experience to help and advise you - all of us with love and care to support you. Sending love. Nikki xx

  • Hi

    Have similar diagnosis and going for lung and kidney tests with oncologists also having a nephrostomy.  Very scared waiting .

  • Hi Jane

    It's the news nobody wants isn't it, but at least it has lead me here. To a fabulous group of people that understand and reassure at the drop of a hat. 

    I hope in time that I too can be the reassuring one rather that the one stepping into the unknown. I am so grateful to you all 

    Thank you

  • Thank you Nikki

    You all made a tough day bearable yesterday. I am so grateful to each and every one of you and pleased this circumstance has lead me to a truly incredible group of people.

    Here's to a new day and gaining knowledge, power and strength to hopefully be as supportive to the next person to come along x

  • Hi Scar

    I am sorry you are going through this too. It really is tough. I think the worst part is the unknown. 

    It seems to me that after a tough day yesterday I feel stronger and more in control knowing the next steps. I hope you get to feel the same soon. 

    Hang in there, bad days are guaranteed but better days will come. Keep in touch and let us know how you are getting on. 

  • Hi Nananaps - After the nice advice you gave me I'm sorry that your diagnosis wasn't quite what you wanted.  Fingers crossed your ongoing treatment sorts it out.

    best Rob 2025

  • Thanks Rob

    Good luck today, hoping it goes smoothly and make sure to take it easy. 

    Let is know how you get on

    Michelle

  • That’s brilliant Nananaps - I think knowledge, power and strength along with love and care are what we need to get us through whatever these wonderful doctors have in store for our healing.

    Your positivity is inspiring and I’m sure it will serve you well! .

    It’s about where we put our heads isn’t it?  We’re still scared; we’re still angry; we’re still unsure but we’re going to do our very best with what we have in front of us..

    We’re going to get through this treatment and live our lives regardless.

    Im in awe of everyone here - Amazingly strong,  capable and compassionate people. Astonishing. 

    I hope your treatment starts very soon and we’ll all be here to help you through.

    Sending love to you. N x