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Hi all Got my appointment to talk about the results of my TURBT. Not good I'm afraid , I have muscle invasive T2 cancer and have to have the bladder out , which i knew the bladder had to come out , but the T2 was a bit of a blow , the urology nurse...
Hello Angela, just back from Hospital- last customer of the day. I had my flexible cystoscopy and got the magic words “ All clear” great news sharing with children and beautiful grandchildren. How was your walk on Saturday? PNE did well to beat Middlesbrough...
Thanks to all who have supported me in replying to my post. As well as the TURBT I now also have had Nephrostomy done due to kidney blockage. Am at hospital on Monday for results of TURBT. Presently, Depression clouds hope.
Well I did it had My petscan dont know why I worked myself up was totally fine. Just discomfort in my back as I've arthritis in spine. Thankyou once again to you all for words of support Chris x
Dear All, Thanks in advance for your help. I’ve had my 1st Turbt operation (bladder cancer) more than 18 days ago, and have been advised to drink plenty of water (I try between 2 - 2.5 litres per day), however, ever since I have been discharged from...
Mr Denby had letters yesterday evening telling him the resection {TURBT] he had two weeks ago today had shown only chronic inflammation not cancer back. The second is a copy-in from that consultant to his colleague who is now clear to try surgery to improve...
Well, after two TURBTs and the install course of BCG for H1TG bladder cancer, had my flexible cystoscopy today. Sort of inconclusive results: Doctor said there was nothing that screams cancer at him, but there two small spots he wants to biopsy. Long...
Hi all hope your all OK? Cancer nurse said that the consultant wants an MRI scan of the bladder?but the bladder needs to heal a little from the tumour removal before the MRI I said why if it's coming out anyway? She said they want to see the state...
Hi need help as anyone been diagnosed with a necrotic tumour in bladder really scared now x surgeon looking to do ileal conduit urinary diversion instead of taking full bladder any help would be greatly appreciated
Hi everyone I’ve been quiet as I have struggled recently with anxiety. I had a second TURBT on the 6th January. Feedback today three weeks later (seemed loooong) have been told it’s not muscle invasive. But high risk. I’ve been offered 27 BCG treatments...
