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BCG Side Effects: my toughest side effect is lower back pain
I’m currently in my 5th week of BCG treatment. I’m experiencing numerous side effects, which I was expecting, and a few that I wasn’t.
Presently my toughest side effect to deal with is lower back pain. Prior to starting on the BCG treatment plan I didn’t have any issues dealing with my back.
I’m at the point now where it is almost impossible to do anything without experiencing tremendous pain.
Is this fairly common?
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Great input.
What amount constitutes a “full” dose?
Having the full BCG vial ... in contrast to 1/2 or even 1/3 of it.
Thanks Vicky,
I need to find out.
The room has always been set up and ready to go when I arrive. I always see the box for the BCG and the syringe, which has already been filled. Not sure though if the entire vile was used or not.
I just assumed they were giving me what was needed.
Hmmm
I can assure you that with the BCG shortage, they would not waste any of the solution.
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1 ReactionHad my 6th treatment yesterday. It was a wonderful afternoon and evening. Lol. The cumulative effect of this last 6 weeks is taking a toll. But I made it.
Found out I have been getting a full vile every week.
Now for a 7 week break before a cystocopy.
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2 ReactionsEnjoy the break, @jcold5619. How is the recuperation going from the 6 treatments? How are you feeling today?
Thanks. Honestly not quite as well as I was hoping for. Could be I was hoping for to much but numerous side effects are still with me.
Fatigue is still strong along with joint and back pain. Nauseous feeling is pretty much gone.
Hopefully I see more changes in the weeks to come.
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