New here. Hi

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Well I guess its time to introduce myself because I've been poring over two forums for a few weeks; Initially was concentrating on 1 forum and then got thrown a curveball.

54m UK. dithering about which group to join for reasons which will become obvious

Previously in urology:

Nov 2024

Episode 1:admitted to A&E with illness/fever and likely LUTI - cleared up with antibiotics

Episode 2 admitted to hospital with gross haematuria -DRE negative.  administered antibiotics and referred to 2wk urology clinic.

December 2024:Undergoing tests to rule out/in bladder cancer ? initially : 

3rd Dec:flexible cystoscopy  shows 2 small flat reddish lesions- arranged rigid cystoscopy

21st December 2024;Rigid cystoscopy :possibly bladder CIS awaiting histology. Urology team query additional possible prostate BPH or  cancer following raised PSA (4.27) 

29th Dec 2024.mulitparametric MRI

January 2025- week 1: results of MRI= PIRADS/Likert 4 lesion . nor prostate enlargement/ 5mm lesion in peripheral zone apex/ within prostate.  advised to have trans-perineal prostate biopsy.

January 9th :  trans-perineal prostate biopsy 

Follow up currently provisionally arranged 23d January

So I thought it would be polite to make myself known to the group; Hello  ;-)

  • Hi Legion,

    Welcome to this friendly group, but sorry to hear about your issues.

    Sound's like you've had a terrible couple of Months but it's good that you're being looked after.

    I wish you all the best and keep us posted.

    Trevor 

  • Hi Legionw6,Welcome to our friendly group.I hope you find it helpful.Best wishes Jane 

  • Hi Legionw6, what a horrible few months you have had. It does seem like your hospital are now up to speed with your diagnosis and treatment and I hope all goes well for you on 23rd January.  Please stay in touch on this forum as the lovely folk on here will help to hold you steady as you navigate your way through your treatment. 

    Sending you hugs and positivity Sparkles️ 

    Love Ade xx