Hi again BC family,
I did the next 3 BCG instillments and they were much worse than the first 6 back in 2016. The last one I had bleeding and passed quite a few clots. I was told this is normal, but it's scary and painful. The last one was 2 weeks ago today. I seem to still experience fatigue if I exercise. Is this normal? How long is this expected to last?
Also, if my non-invasive BC, low grade returned why do I continue to do BCG? I know a BCG failure would be if it returns a higher grade. If it returns again the same level is the BCG really effective? I am wondering if I should simply do the every 3 month checks once it is removed. I would love some feedback on my thoughts. I will be speaking with my doctor at the end of the month when I go back for a cystoscope. Feeling kinda confused, scared and not sure....
Thank you in advance. I so value this forum.
Joanne
DX low grade non-invasive BC 9/16, 6 BCG treatments
DX low grade non-invasive BC 11/17, 3 BCG treatments