My Dad

My Dad was diagnose with muscle invasive Bladder cancer in May of last year. 

Unfortunately  Dad developed  colitis  just before he was due to have chemo, however  the consultant has told us it could had been from the nerophen he was taken that caused this.

He started chemo after this cleared up and had a full cycle, the recent scan has shown it has not reduced the tumor it has got bigger and it has moved to his urethra tube.  His current creatine levels are high and they would have to stop treatment.

However, there are a few options he could have Immunotherapy, since they are uncertain what caused the colitis  there is a risk of giving hm this treatment, it would be up to Dad to decide. 

We have been told by consultants we are looking at 9-12 months, he has to live however I am really looking for advice, if there is someone who is in the same situation as my dad, did Immunotherapy work and is there anyone who has colitis who had Immunotherapy  and did you have bad side effects to this?

Thank you so much for taking the time to read my message I just live in hope, that there is something more I can do to help Dad.

  • Hello Prindos, 

    I am sorry to hear about your Dad's diagnosis and I hope that he can explore these options you mentioned which might still be available to him including the immunotherapy and I hope that you will hear from others here who have had this treatment before especially who had colitis and that they will share with you whether they experienced any side effects. 

    This is such a sad time for you and your loved ones - it's so hard to be told you are looking at just 9-12 months with your dad and I hope that you can enjoy quality time together. Our information for Family, Friends and Caregivers will give you some helpful suggestions to help you support a loved one with cancer and also to help you take care of yourself during what is often a distressing time.

    Feel free also to call our nurse helpline if there is anything you would like to ask or talk through - you can reach our friendly nurses on this free number 0808 800 4040 - the helpline is open Monday to Friday from 9am to 5pm. 

    Best wishes, 

    Lucie, Cancer Chat Moderator