theresapigna's Journey with Bladder Cancer
Patient: Bladder Cancer
Patient Info: Currently in active treatment (initial surgery, receiving chemo rounds/radiation), Diagnosed: almost 6 years ago, Female, Age: 65, Stage II
Patient Info: Currently in active treatment (initial surgery, receiving chemo rounds/radiation), Diagnosed: almost 6 years ago, Female, Age: 65, Stage II
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theresapigna
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Experience with
Bladder Cancer
almost 5 years agoDiagnosed
Oh No
I could not believe it . I was shocked almost like I was when I was diagnosed with Lupus 8or9 yrs. ago.
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theresapigna
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Experience with
Bladder Cancer
almost 5 years agoanother biopsy in Oct.2012 of the bladder muscle
Procedure or Surgery
I see my Urologist again in Jan 2013,Afer a year of infusion treatments.More bcg infusions 'don't know when or how many.
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theresapigna
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Experience with
Bladder Cancer
almost 5 years agoChemotherapy
Drug or Chemo Therapy
Had to hold a full bladder for 2hrs. alot of pressure pain.Felt like i was urinating with paper cuts . Had to have a bathroom which could only be used by me .put bleach in toilet bowl 15 min.then flush.
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theresapigna
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Experience with
Bladder Cancer
almost 5 years agoBladder problems
Side Effects
The feeling of having to urinate every few minutes.Blood in urine fatigue,depression,having to wear pads again after a partial hysterectomy 20 yrs.ago. Being an hour away fromwhere my Dr. was. Always being afraid I would have an accident.
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theresapigna
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Experience with
Bladder Cancer
almost 5 years agoMy mind/Sense of Humor
Loss
I dont feel like I have control of my bladder.Veryhard to accept for me
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theresapigna
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Experience with
Bladder Cancer
almost 5 years agoDecision Point
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theresapigna
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Experience with
Bladder Cancer
almost 5 years agoOh No
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