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Possible cancer outside of bladder dome
I have some thickening and irregularities on the outside of my bladder dome. I have undergone over 20 operations to scrape and remove cancer. There was extensive burning and scraping in the area of the upper bladder where this is showing. All internal biopsies are negative for cancer. I’m scheduled for a PET scan to check this area as it can’t be seen on a cystoscopy. Does anyone have any prior experience with this? Of course, the inside of my bladder is finally clear and now this. I leave it in Gods hands but if you have any info, please share.
Thanks to all you fighters!
Francis
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I had surgery yesterday. First biopsy showed it appeared to be scar tissue. They will do a thorough biopsy this week. Very sore. Six incisions now stapled shut. I'm getting home health care starting tomorrow. Catheter stays in for a week and then my bladder will be monitored by the nurses at my home. Hopefully, everything will go smoothly.
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2 Reactions@fmfran That is a lot of pain to endure, but more good news of just scar tissue will make it all worthwhile. Will keep fingers crossed for more good results and rapid healing.
It was necessary to remove as both doctors could not effectively perform a biopsy with 100% reliability. The pain is much better after 5 days. I’ll be glad to get the catheter out. Thank you so your kind words.
Fran