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I was doing pretty well on my post RC recovery. having passed tge 6 week mark. But POW now in hospital with a UTI. It never rains but it pours. Leo
Bladder Cancer chemo treatment may causes hair loss
Hi all Been a while since I posted anything. Had initial TURBT on 4th October and then a second TURBT on 4th November. Diagnosis was stage 2 and there was some residual tumour at second TURBT. I have initial appointment with the oncologist on 3rd...
My husband has just had his second treatment. He’s fine, but the problem is, we have a septic tank and there’s an awful lot of bleach gone down the loo as instructed - but we’re not supposed to use bleach. The nurses didn’t have an alternative - can anyone...
Hello, new here and thanks for having me. My grandad has advanced bladder cancer (currently outliving his terminal diagnosis). Every time I say goodbye to him I think it’s going to be the last time. He has a double nephrostomy but it constantly leaks...
I'll just say seasons greetings to one and all, and hope that this time of year brings some cheer and happiness to everyone no matter how small. I hope the new year brings people everything they wish for and love and peace and happiness to all. As...
Morning all, I think he’s here to stay…. we agreed to look after him for a week, when the lady dropped him off she sprang it on us that’s it’s for 3 weeks… we haven’t heard anything from the owner. She’s not once asked how he is… very strange. ...
Good news from today's cystoscopy, clear I was rather overwhelmed today and got quite emotional, feels like a long journey since June 2022, 21 Bcg but I am getting there. Will celebrate and enjoy Christmas now as no more Guys hospital till April 2025...
Hello My brother was diagnosed with bladder cancer in September, had tumour removed and told it was in his lymph nodes. He had to wait until 24th November for his Pet Scan results to be told it had spread to his bones. He had his first chemo on 9th...
Hi,A huge thank you to this lovely group for all the support you give.I wish you all a very Happy Christmas and good health and happiness in 2025.Love to you all Jane xx
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