Hi all,
An update and some questions
I'm after my second TURBT, recovery was much better than first one which is great.
Biopsy results are good (cancer didn't advance in stage or grade) but it did return in multiple locations.
My urologist recommended that I do BCG treatment this time, I read a lot about it and I know it's the right treatment to do, but I'm a "bit" scared from the procedure (the weekly insertion of the catheter) and the possible side affects
I scheduled my first BCG treatment for next week and I have few questions about it, I'll appreciate it very much if you can help:
1. My urologist said I should take antibiotic (Oflodex) in the day of the treatment to avoid infection. Is it standard? doesn't antibiotics decrease the affect of the treatment?
2. What do you think on taking vitamin D in parallel to the treatment? (my urologists was sceptic) -
www.urmc.rochester.edu/news/story/index.cfm?id=3513
3. I can do the procedure in a general clinic without charge or have my urologist do it but it will cost about 200$ per session which the insurance doesn't cover - what are your thoughts? does it worth it?
4. My urologist said it's not important to change positions during the 2 hours of the treatment as the bladder is shrank and in contact with the BCG - what are your thoughts?
5. Any other advice you can give?
Thanks a lot.