Nervous One

[Greg]

Paul:
You will note from our president Jack Moon’s comment above that your urologist is a top specialist so it appears you are in excellent hands. The common protocol for T2 bladder cancer (muscle invasive) is neo-adjuvant chemo (which is chemo before surgery) and then a cystectomy as the uro has said. I too had T2 bladder cancer and had my radical cystectomy in December 2010. It is a shock to get the news that this is necessary, but I can attest that making it through the challenging recovery to lead a new normal is well worth it! If you feel you’d like to contact me on the phone just private message me and I’ll get in touch. You’re close enough that we could meet for a coffee if you’d like. Others would be prepared to do the same if you prefer. Don’t despair. Life can be fulfilling and rewarding after this journey levels out a bit. But don’t do this alone when it is not necessary. People here really care and have been where you are now.
Greg

[Jillian]

From what I understand, is that the majority of cases are low grade, non invasive carcinomas. My cancer was about the same size and was a high grade, but non invasive carcinoma. The big point is that this is all treatable. Very treatable. Stay strong and positive. God bless.

[Nervous One]

Thank you for the support. It’s really appreciated. Unfortunately it is high grade

What can I do in the mean time? I have another appt with my doctor for him to map out the surgery on the 27th of march and he has suggested the neo-ad chemo in preparation or surgery which I have to follow up with the oncologist next week.

Diet wise, stress levels, anything else that I can do to help the process?

Is drinking alcohol a bad thing?

Thanks again for your advice and support.

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