Rosemary;
If you will remember I complained about the same condition early in December. It is oh so true that your quality of life is substantially impacted. I remember that you told me that you went several times daily and the voids were substantial. I also average about every two hours and the quantity varies from 4 ounces to 12 ounces depending on intake. I was advised by a friend, on the forum, that this is not natural and it is not a necessary compliation of aging.
I also worry if the frequency is predicated by a recurrence of the bladder cancer or the trauma associated with BCG and instrumentation. I am taking Proscar and Flo-Max. The medications do not really abate the situation. I have a cystoscopy scheduled for the 17th of Janyary and I am going to have to make it clear to my doctor that it impacts substantially on a person's quality of life. I probably have not done much to reassure you but I do understand your feelings and concerns.
The people around us and those who care for us have large burdens to shoulder I am so grateful for this forum, people like you who care and my wife who is a true warrior. You and all of our fellow survivors are in our daily prayers.
Jack And Melanie
(Laubsman)