So an update on yesterday, I seen my consultant who I must say gave me the worse case sanario! I'm having a radical bladder removal plus they are taking away my womb etc... the fact of my age (49) and the fact that they are putting me through major surgery...
Hello everyone. I've been browsing the threads on here and it is really helpful to read about other people's experiences. I was initially told I had kidney stones about 18 months ago but it now turns out I have three small tumours in my bladder and the...
So, I have an appointment tomorrow to discuss the removal of my bladder, now nerves are starting to set in & I have visions of them saying I'm not going to be able to have the surgery, or it's spread more. My sensible mind tells me they wouldn't be giving...
My husband had his bladder removed just over 1 year ago along with his prostate. A new bladder was constructed using a portion of his intestine. Has anyone else had this procedure. We'd love to chat and share experiences if you have.
Hi all hope you are all ok today , I was just wondering if anyone can tell me how long they waited for their second biopsy before they started their treatment, I had my first one sort of mid March , apparently I have to have a second one ( sort of mopping...
Hubby has G3 T2/3+cis muscle invasive bladder cancer. He has had radiotherapy . Prior to this last June he had kidney stent .He had pain inside from them on. April 4 this year he had the stent replaced ,the consultant hoping it would cure pain but since...
So today my consultant rang me to tell me that they don't think my cancer has spread any further than my the wall, they have decided against chemo at this stage as they think the bladder removal with a bit of luck should cure it. Have to say, I am...
Afternoon all, just back home after my first of 6 instillations into my bladder. A bit uncomfortable and very dizzy about half hour after, also some sweats and shivers. A friend kindly drive me home. First visit to toilet was painful. Had a sandwich and...
Just wondering if anyone else has experienced this. So, since my diagnosis just over a week ago, my family have started to behave differently towards me. They want to bubble wrap me & keep me in a bubble. Now don't get me wrong, I love my family & appreciate...
Questions on behalf of my Dad with Grade 3 T2 ( Muscle Invasive) N1 MO
