Hello I am new to this forum. I am a 64 years old woman. I was diagnosed with bladder cancer in July 2023. Has anyone in this group had their thyroid function affected by the BCG treatment?
Hello AKA and welcome to the group although sorry to hear you may have thyroid problems. I can't recall anyone mentioning a connection with BCG. I have done a search in the group and cannot find any posts regarding this. Hopefully if anyone has any experience may be along to help. Best wishes.
Hi AKA, I had a cyst in my thyroid which required surgery many years prior to my bladder cancer diagnosis. It left me with half a thyroid and requiring daily levothyroxine tablets. I had 27 BCG doses over three and a half years but this did not change my thyroid function which is reviewed annually. I haven't heard of this problem before. Have you been able to discuss your side effects with your CNS or Consultant?
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