Two TURBTS since Jan and still no BCG treatment..

Alan and Catherine..your input and support are invaluable to me! I was able to read your most recent posts from my phone, but having difficulty "seeing" to replyi.. More soon when I can get back on the px.. Kuddos for auto spell..

Good morning Catherine..We actually have a smaller LSU hospital where I live, however, most patients needing specialized treatment must be routed to a larger hospital much further away, with long waits for appts. It is a sad reality for too many people, especially since Katrina. But, on a brighter note, I found links (here) yesterday which led me to some Urologist who specialize in oncology at Tulane in New Orleans... Only an hour away! I am going to contact them Monday for more information. Thank you!!

Hi Catherine- Thanks so much for your reply. I am surely thinking about a second opinion, especially after reading other posts here today. This has all been such a whirlwind with so many other medical issues. Confusing and difficult to prioritize with different doctors involved. I am frightened by the delay of treatment and the timely process w every current issue. I know I must be patient- no pun intended- and am thankful my bladder cancer is not worse. But, seeing how fast the tumors returned, after only 12 wks frightened me. And as I mentioned, the second surgery was much worse than the first. I am hopeful that this does not become a "routine" surgery leading up to the eventuality of more complex bladder cancer, possible loss of my bladder because of the lack of treatments.
It is comforting to see success of you, and Sara Anne...Thank you both for your words of wisdom!