Hi my name is Cullso. I have had two TURBTs and on my 3rd session of my BCG treatment. I have recently started to feel side effects such as bleeding, fatigue, pain and a heaviness feeling in the lower part of my groin/genitals. I was wondering if anyone else has experienced any of these? My bladder cancer is non muscle invasive high grade does anyone know how long the treatment will last?
Hi cullso and welcome to the group. I have not had BCG but have seen many posts with the same symptoms as you. It affects people in different ways. The usual treatment is six initial treatments, then a cystoscope to see how things are. Then they decide where they go from there. I'm sure people will be along to share experiences. Best wishes.
Good morning cullso and welcome, I’m slightly further through the BCG course than you having finished the six and found to be clear in May. I’ve had little in the way of side effects but I did experience tiredness in my legs as if I’d walked 20 miles. Regarding the bleeding I think that’s something to check with the medics on your next visit. The treatment will last as long as it’s needed . Best wishes , J.
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