I have a male sibling diagnosed with Bladder Cancer that has metasized to his spine. He had his first consult today and I was a litle surprised. perhaps it is my fault, but I was expecting more information. Basically, he was given a 3-4 month plan of action including radiation for the spine and then chemo with GemZar. However, there was little said beyond that.
The doctor basically read the various reports from the tests taken. I'm surprised to come on here and find that people know their T? or G? because that was not mentioned today at all. We don't have a clue what grade or anything. Nothing was mentioned of what to expect after the 3-4 month plan.
I guess I'm wondering if this is standard procedure, even at some facilities? I mean, I started thinking that perhaps it is common place to NOT get into all those details and just take things as they come. Nothing was mentioned about expectency or success rate or anything. From what I have read online, metasized bladder cancer does not have a good prognosis for the long term.
Thanks in advance...