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Hi Folks. I know we have a few keen photographers in the group, so could I highlight the new Winter Picture Festival if anyone fancies having a go. Best wishes.
Ive started leaking fluid from my penis . Its 10 weeks since i had my bladder and prostate op . Anyone had similar problems and what was diagnosed . Im not too worried but its quite annoying after having a problem free recovery thus far
Hi, new to this forum and this is my first post. I have my first of six BCG tomorrow. Just wondered about the procedure. I have deliberately steered clear of Google. I understand the catheta bit, but how long is the BCG retained in your bladder and...
My husband is due to start immune therapy due to chemo not working bit they have found a growth in his lung and liver is this theory better than chemo
Hi all, After nearly 2 years, 5 TURBTs, various MMC and BCG.. I have my first All Clear ;-) Of course, it might come back, and I'll need more BCG to keep the weeds at bay.. but for now, I just wanted to encourage you all to KEEP. THE. FAITH...
My hubby is experiencing overnight shivers and chills. He has been diagnosed with a UTI and given antibiotics . He was told the night sweats and shivers were part of his condition . He has had a TURBT his bladder was perforated and he had a catheter...
Hi I’m new on here I found out yesterday I have a small bladder tumour I had one five years ago , I was told that this time it would be removed by laser treatment has anyone on here had there’s removed by laser , and also this time I was sent for a ct...
Hi all hope you’re all ok. Im waiting for TURBT. Recently discovered tumor in bladder. I have real bad lower back and kidney pain and also had 7 uti infections in 2 years. Been told that the uti infections have nothing to do with the cancer but...
Had my 10th bcg treatment this morning and all gone well thankfully... 11 and 12 in next 2 weeks .. I have drunk so much water and have had to go to pee so many times but even though burning a bit nothing terrible ..I took 2 anadin extra about 10 mins...
Hello i have been treated for muscle invasive bladder cancer and should have had a cystoscopy in September. Unfortunately, I developed a DVT in May and a further one 3 weeks ago. The procedure has now been delayed due to the blood thinning medication...
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