Hi
My mom who is 80 recently had turbt results. Its a grade 3 which was taken away which we weren't expecting since told tumours only superficial. They are planning a 6 week course of bcg treatments.
My mom isn't very mobile has scoliosis of spine and struggling with arthritis. Just worried how she may cope with this for 6weeks. She lives alone. I lost my dad 8 yrs ago to bladder cancer and can't believe going through it again. Trying to keep positive and not think too far ahead.
Hi Redwine40 and welcome to the group, although sorry to hear mom has bladder cancer. The grade refers to the type of cancer cells rather than how far it has advanced, and so it does sound superficial from what you say. Mom may have been given a stage as well as grade. Good to know she has had her TURBT which would have removed as much as they can, if not all. BCG treatment is designed to mop up any rogue cells and help prevent recurrences. People have different reactions to it. Some people sail through it, while others have some sort of discomfort. We have had many people of mom's age who have been treated successfully. The nurses will let her know how to look after herself at home. I hope all goes well, and feel free to ask any questions. Lots of experience here. Best wishes.
Hi Redwine40, I've 27 doses of BCG treatment for my Grade 2 Stage T1 bladder cancer. It started with 6 weekly doses, and continued with 3 weekly maintenance doses spread over three years. I believe that the protocol is generally only 15 doses these days, to protect the bladder from damage. I also had 3 monthly flexi cystoscopies for screening. I am now 75, and it is 5 years since my initial diagnosis. I also live alone and drove myself to and from my treatments. I didn't have any serious bad reactions to the treatment. My screenings are now 6 monthly. BCG is a long game, but if your mum can tolerate it, she may find it a less intrusive treatment than other options. I'm sure the nurses who give the infusions will provide support. Incidentally my husband also had bladder cancer and died. Unfortunately when we were young we both smoked together.....in the 60's we thought it was cool. 
It is a really common cancer. Best wishes to your mum and to you. Hx
