TURBT- what to expect

Getting ready to do my 4th BCG treatment, it has not been bad at all. There has been frequency with urination, slight burning at the end of the stream and some debris and very little blood. My first 3 treatments have been good, a little uncomfortable but not at all what I expected.

I agree 100% with the above quote.

Recovery from TURBT was the hardest part for me, but, in the grand scheme of things, it was nothing compared to the alternatives.

The BCG treatments, while never listed under "fun" things to do, were not that bad. I have had no symptoms now for four and a half years.

Close your eyes, and concentrate on the moment you are in, which will be doable. You don't know what the next moment will bring, so focus on now. Know that there are people who care for you, and that there's nothing more important than those people. When it feels overwhelming, come back to that center, and don't ever doubt that power, and your ability to heal.

BCG is not difficult, it's just part of your journey.

I had a rough time in recovery after turbt, guess that's why I'm a little apprehensive about bcg. my bcg will be done and i will go home afterward. will stay close to bathroom and plenty of water. thanks so much for the encouragement

Hi Lintay59,

The BCG treatments were way less difficult for me than recovery from a turbt. It was not exactly a joyride, but was certainly less troublesome than I expected. Remember, most people who breeze though BCG don't post anything about their experience.

Plan on staying close to the bathroom, and drink lots of water after your first void. I was outpatient treatment for me, so I was able to go home & watch a movie for each treatment. This helped me greatly to keep my mind off of it! You've got this!

Mike