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I’ve had the first initial 6 doses of BCG then after a flexible cystoscope I had another 3 doses which left me with unbearable cystitis. I have since had another 3 doses of BCG and the cystitis was that unbearable my nurse ( who administers the treatment...
Well the day came and the operation was done. Got converted from day case to overnight. General anesthetic - don't remember a thing! Very little pain - catheter is the worst bit, other wise dull pain. They got it all out, but don't know state...
Hi, just wondering if any one else feel like I do, I have been diagnosed with bladder cancer last October and have had 2 operation, my issues are I don’t feel ill, not in any great pain, by the which I’m very greatful for, but I suppose I feel a bit of...
Morning all , how are we all doing today ? Has anyone any plans for the weekend? I’ve just had my baby grandson to stay over last night , he’s such a joy and I love having him stay as he helps me to keep focused, not keen on the night feeding but It has...
I've had recurrent uti since Sept 21 in February I started bleeding ( not just on wiping) cystoscopy showed red patches am waiting for ct scan and biopsy in 2 weeks
Hi all I hope everyone is doing well? I have had my last year of BCG maintenance postponed, on Tuesday 10th May 2022. I was told by my oncology nurse that this was due to shortages of the drug and that at my hospital they were prioritising newly diagnosed...
I have been put down for a Transurethral Laser Abllation., a TULA. What is is it, and what follows it? I can find no reference to it on the Macmillan site. It sounds like an alternative to a rigid cystoscopy. I was put down for it after a tumour...
During s flexible cystoscopy, 6 days ago, a tumour was found. I gather this is to be treated in about early June with a Trans Urethral Laser Ablation. What is this? I cannot find a reference to it on the Macmillan website.
Afternoon All Last August I went to the Dr with what we thought was a abscess in my vagina wall, I have been backwards and forwards trying to get answers. At last Feb my Dr agreed to send me Ultrasound scan which showed that the hole where the abscess...
Hello all Im 2 weeks post op and recovering well at home. im taking the stool softeners which really help with constipation but the pain and cramps are awful. Did anyone else suffer badly with this
