clear again guys

[judybuster]

after being diagnosed 3 years ago my husband has been given  the all clear again.it doesn't stop him getting worked up just before the cystoscopy tho.on the positive side we must look forward.

[ilovecountrymusic]

I was diagnosed with T4 Bladder cancer in June 2011 . I had my bladder removed and illeo stomy  in June of that year. I aslo required surgery on my vagina and rectum . I have been fortunate thus far in that I am beating the odds and  the statistics and have  survived..Not saying it is easy or that I am not cranky about living with a bladder bag But I am still here. I have amazingly supportive friends, children, and grandchildren. However,I still get antsy when having my pre review appointments, It has been a helluva journey and only now am reasonably confident to stay with friends in case   there  is an accident..I have only recently stopped crying when something does happen...My doctors are saying I am going so well because of my attitude...And never giving in...I would think it would be so much better to have a supporting partner but we have what we have.I do understand one thing..it is so different when they say those words to you about you ..You have cancer ..And if we do not operate you only have one outcome.Have to admit I have been a little strange ever since...But do not sweat the petty things an do not pet the sweaty things ..I wish you luck and love

[Rossi68 in reply to ilovecountrymusic]

Yes it's not easy... I wouldn't be here without having the op to remove bladder... No one knows what its like until they have it...least you have the support from everyone in group here...takes time to accept bag...it ruled my life for about 4 years... All of a sudden I changed and now I do what I like...yes I have leaks but always take spare clothes and supplies out with me...don't let it get you down...I've been there too...given time to learn signs that bag will leak...under my bag gets very itchy when it's about to leak...I think I've become stronger since having bladder cancer... When I got told I thought that was it...I have feel sorry for myself days...I'm over 5 years now cancer free since had bladder removed

[erinlewis]

Congratulations Im the same only been clear for 7 months or so but always in my thoughts could return.Keep well and take care

[come-unto_Me]

Keep a positive spirit, I had a tumor removed from the bladder in December last, the biopsy said it was aggressive and had gone into the muscle tissue sending secondaries into the lungs, I finished Radiotherapy 7 weeks ago on the bladder, they scanned me again which revealed growth in the lungs and have now started a 9 week session of Chemotherapy which takes me to mid June then another scan, my prayer is that the Chemotherapy works but I won't know until mid to late June. My spirit is high, I don't worry about it for that will not change the situation, I am surrounded by loving family and a dedicated loving wife was. Who is my carer and best friend.  Hope you get the all clear.

[Rossi68]

Yes it's still a worry every time due a check up...good luck for your husband