aftereffects of BCG bladder treatment

Hi

Just trying to see if anyone else has had the same experience.  Recently finished my second 'maintenance' treatment after being passed 'clear' following the main 6 treatments. So really good news but the aftereffects (if thats what they are?) seem to be lasting much longer than previously.  The bladder irritation after treatment usually went after two or three days but with this last treatment l still have a constant ache in the bladder/scrotum area three weeks after treatment?  Pain is controlled by Paracetamol so not that severe but would like to hear from other sufferers to see if this eventually goes away?

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  • Welcome to Cancer Chat Dave.

    It's great to read that you've finished the second maintenance treatment after being passed clear following the main 6 treatments although I'm sorry the after-effects you're experiencing are lasting longer than usual.

    I know you said the paracetemol is controlling the pain but do let your medical team or GP know about this as they may be able to help. I've had a quick look around the forum and thought you may like to connect with [@Sharonna]‍ as she's having some difficulty managing the pain from her BCG treatment at the moment and you may be able to help each other. 

    You can chat with our cancer nurses about your situation as well if you like. They're available Monday - Friday between 9a.m - 5p.m on 0808 800 4040.

    I hope this helps and that the after-effects disappear soon Dave.

    All the best,

    Steph, Cancer Chat Moderator

  • I have had 6 BCG intravesical for Ta Hi Grade 3 TCC non muscular invasive Bladder Cancer. 
     

    After the 4 th Treatment, the bladder started to bleed with clots ( mild ). Three weeks after the treatment ended the bladder continues to bleed with clots. 
     

    I am due to have a Cyscoscopy soon, to check what's happening ...

     

    Has anyone else experienced this ? The nurses have said clots and debris are quite common 

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  • I have had 6 BCG intravesical for Ta Hi Grade 3 TCC non muscular invasive Bladder Cancer. 
     

    After the 4 th Treatment, the bladder started to bleed with clots ( mild ). Three weeks after the treatment ended the bladder continues to bleed with clots. 
     

    I am due to have a Cyscoscopy soon, to check what's happening ...

     

    Has anyone else experienced this ? The nurses have said clots and debris are quite common 

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