Dad has bladder cancer

Hi and welcome to the group. Sorry to hear your dad is in a lot of discomfort while waiting for his op. I had a different treatment, so no help, but I am sure our members experienced with this will be along with advice.. Best wishes.

Hi Sar 44, Like rily I don't have the experience to offer, my husband's bc has not caused such severe problems. Just thinking, have you tried calling the Macmillan Nurse advice line for help? They might have ideas about pain relief in the meantime for your Dad. 

Best wishes, Denby

Hi Denby thanks for replying, I’m trying to stay strong for my dad but today has not been a good day.I feel so helpless and just thought I would post here to people who have felt the same about someone they love.

thanks again 

Hi Sar44,I’m so sorry your dad is in pain.There are several people here who have had bladder removal.I had mine out in 2019 and it made a huge difference as my bladder pain went afterwards.Let us know how your dad gets on at the hospital.We can help with support and advice if your dad is suitable for the surgery.It is a big operation but you can have a good life after it.Love and best wishes Jane 

Thanks for sharing your experience it just seems so unfair but that’s what cancer is suppose.

I feel for you.It’s horrible watching someone you love in pain.My mum is disabled and is declining fast with severe dementia.We are here for you.How old is your dad ? Love Jane x

Dad is 72 and is a quiet man at the best of times, he’s never had anything really wrong with his health so to be poked and prodded about it a bit much for him.

Hi Sar44, I hope your Dad is doing better. Just to say I saw you had commented on my earlier thread when I had reached out about my Dad, I have left you a wee reply there. I’m so sorry I’m only seeing it now, I haven’t been as active on this site in last couple of months for various reasons. Hope you are ok too. Big hugs xx