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Bladder Cancer

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My mother just found out she has Bladder Cancer. We are in different states. I think she is not telling me alot, She does not want to scare me. I am strong and need to know somethings about whats going on so I can Plan for this. I want to be with her as much as i can, But with 3 kids and not living close. I need to know if…
Tumor and the Inability to Pee
I'm trying my best to gather what information the doctors have told me, but my mom has been wearing a foley for like... 3 months now. She is so SICK of this thing and she keeps telling me, "Ashley, I could deal with all of this... chemo... radiation... if I could only pee on my own!" Her results from the urodynamics test…
Gallbladder cancer
Hi, My name is Tiffany. I am seeking any kinds of help from anyone. My mother was diagnosed with cancer in April of this year 2011. She is 71years old and she is all that my siblings and I have left. We lost our Dad to a tragic accident in 2008. Because of her age, her oncologist decided that a biopsy was not necessary,…
House cleaning
In case there are people out there that do not know what kind of services are available to chemo patients. There is free cleaning service for patient going through chemo, it's called Cleaning for a Reason. It is available for any type of cancer and is available in almost every state. Just look them up online and fill out…
Weight loss
I lost a lot of weight before find out I had the tumor. I am still having trouble gaining weight. I don't like what my family doctor wants me today. I was 30 when I found out bout the cancer so I am worried that it will come back since I have not been able to gain weight back.
termnology
situ squamous cell carcinoma/vulva intraepithelial neoplasia 3 with focal superficial invasion. Can anyone explain this? What does it all mean?
Bladder removal (female)
I'm facing a decision about bladder removal and would like to hear from any other women who hve gon through this. I'm wondering if there is an alternative and if not, what is life like after removal? Any experiences would be helpful.
Who are the top doctors/surgeons
My husband was just diagnosed with bladder cancer. Urologist is recommending bladder removal and neo bladder, however he has only done 2 this year. I have been searching with no success for information on who does these procedures with regularity, where to go and who to see. Any suggestions out there?
Post bladder cancer 2yrs remission-chronic pain Dr. clueless
I have lived with daily chronic pain for over 2yrs. Did an I.C. diet/ took Elemorn/ had I. C. coctails 1yr. ago yo no avail. Dr. didn't think it was I.C. to begin with. Saw him 2 days ago & admits he's clueless. I feel like my bladder is a blow tourch! & I feel like I was kicked in the left side of my bladder. The tumor…
cytoscope
Just had my first yearly cytoscope today NO TUMORS. Still have microscopic blood in pee test but dr said some people hv that w/ no underlining problem. Thank goodness I hate cytoscopes they hurt.
phantom urges to pee
hi..my mom just went through bladder cancer surgery and just came out of hospital for second time with MRSA i am her care giver...she has just started a new thing yesterday where she feels she still has to go pee and sits on toilet even though she has a stuma and bag....now.....has anyone ever heard of this??? i do not…
cystoscopy and FISH test questions
Hi all, My dad shows blood in his urine. Aside from some other medical issues (mass in thyroid and enlarged groin lymphnode) we now have to address this issue too. The docs are saying a FISH test and cystoscopy. He gave a urine sample 3 wks ago and they never told us that there wasn't sufficient cells and now he has to do…
Looking for alternatives...
I am looking for resources concerning finding alternatives to chemo. I keep hearing (doctors, nurses, etc.) that I need to do chemo again. I did chemo in the past with a terrifying result and I don't want to do it again. Any help on this topic (resources) would be greatly appreciated. Thanks!
diet
Hi, I have bladder cancer since nov 2010 and have had 3 tumors removed and completed 6 treatments of BCG but my diet has gone. I have been using liquid supplements and toast ever since. I am in the process of giving up smoking by weening off because of being a long term user(47 yrs). Since my last treatment dec 30 2010 i…
Focally Myxoid spindle cell tumor of the prostate
Anyone know anything about this cancer. Husband just diagnosised. Dr. says remove bladder and prostate.
Cost of Bladder removal (radical cystectomy) in US - or has anyone had the op in Australia?
Hi, My husband has been diagnosed with bladder cancer at the age of 47 and may have to have his bladder and prostate removed. We are currently living in the UK, although we also have Australian citizenship. We don't have much faith in the medical profession in the UK, especially with surgeons that carry out the bladder…
Complication after Bladder Removal Surgery
My husband was diagnosed with bladder cancer on October 206. After several treatments of chemo, he underwent Bladder Removal surgery on March 15th, 2007. His procedure was an Ileal neobladder (build a new bladder with small intestines). He was released from the hospital after 9 days. All the scans show'd that the bladder…
TSA Security now Humiliating Bladder Cancer survivors wearing urostomy bag which collects urine from
A retired special education teacher on his way to a wedding in Orlando, Fla., said he was left humiliated, crying and covered with his own urine after an enhanced pat-down by TSA officers recently at Detroit Metropolitan Airport. “I was absolutely humiliated, I couldn’t even speak,” said Thomas D. “Tom” Sawyer, 61, of…
New! Stage 4 metastisized to prostate & nearby lymphs? ( dad) help?!
Hello to all! This is a wonderful website, im so happy i found it. My 57 yr old father was feeling symptoms for 2 years, he went through 2 reg dr's and 3 urologist before it was found this December. He had a biopsy in July 2010 that showed negative for ca. I made him keep pushing for answers. He is now in the hands of Dr…
End of Stoma turning black???
Yesterday I noticed that about half of the end of my stoma has turned black. Has anyone ever experienced that before? I also have a stoma hernia and that may have something to do with it. I know that an entire black stoma may mean it has lost blood circulation and could mean another surgery, but I can't find anything about…
radiation
Hello Everyone, my name is Helen. I have bladder cancer and I've gone through 4 months of chemo. I was given a choice of surgery or radiation and I chose radiation. The treatment included 28 sessions and my Dr. said that the only side effect would be fatigue. Well, after 3 wks the pain was unbearable. I talked with my Dr…
Indiana Pouch
my dad recently had the Indiana Pouch surgery and everything has gone great so far but I was wondering is there any complications that could occur later on that I should be aware about?
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bag leakage
hi my dad just recently had his bladder removed ad he is healing very well but the bag leaks while he sleeps due to a dimple or indent between his belly button and the stomas and the bag doesn't seal properly. has anyone had a problem with the bag not sealing properly due to a dimple or indent. If so does anyone have…
Kidney tube
My oncologist is recommending that I have a tube inserted in my kidney to help it drain and help keep it functioning during chemo. Does anyone have any information on what life is like after this procedure? I am a 59 yo female. The tube (I can't spell its official name) will also help lessen the kidney damage that…
cancer treatment centers of america
anyone have experience with these hospitals
Seeking advice and suggestion
Hi, i have been reading emails on this group for some time now. My father was diagnosed with gall bladder cancer around 15th June 2010. He was admitted to the hospital on jaundice (total biluribin was initially 18). From the biopsy report and PET scan reports, doctors suggested stage 4 gall bladder cancer. He is around 68…
bladder cancer
Does anyone know who is the best urologist for treating bladder cancer in Baton ROuge, LA? My husband is going to James Morris now and is thinking about getting a second opinion after six years.
Hello folks! Seeking info, advice, opinions etc.
Hi folks. Some of you may know me. I entertain as Gary the Mime and have donated Mime Time at several ACS run/walks, Relay for Life events, and for various other organizations here in the Las Vegas area! I just had a large High Grade cancerous tumor removed cleanly from my bladder, there was no muscle invasion. The Dr.…

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