I am new here and there seems to be a lot of useful info from people
I was diagnosed with bladder cancer in Oct 2021. I’ve had TURB and BCG. The last session of BCG caused a major bladder infection that my GP said was outside their experience and referred me back to the surgeon. He prescribed different antibiotics and tablets to reduce the frequency I needed the toilet, was every 20min but now is OK. A turb and later a CT scan has now shown that the cancer has now penetrated the bladder wall although it now seems clear inside the bladder (G3pT3 N0M0). I’ve had various tests that have shown that my artificial heart valve and by pass surgery is fine and my heart is considered strong enough for major surgery if required. I’ve now got to see the surgeon to decide the way ahead. I do not want a stoma but radical radiotherapy + chemo is not very inviting either. Any thoughts?
Hi Bill.s and welcome to this supportive and friendly group. You will have a better idea of which way to go when you see your consultant. I was T3/G3 and went the chemoradiotherapy route. It was a long process but I tolerated it ok and still here years later. I am sure others will be along to share experiences of bladder removal. Best wishes.
