- Bladder Cancer
- Interviews
Ann's interview
How did all start?
2001 diagnosed with urine infections for 18 months when infact I had bladder cancer
Do you already have a diagnosis? How long did it take you to get it?
yes it took almost 2 years before they found a tumor
For what medical specialties have you been treated? What has been the most useful specialty for your?
surgery to remove tumors, I had 8 reoccurrances over 14 years
What has been the most useful thing for you so far?
I stopped drinking out of cans
What have been your biggest difficulties?
I have chemical cystitis from mitomycin and my last surgery was a nightmare.
I hit menopause at the age of 40
How has your social and family environment reacted? Have your social or family relationships changed?
dont have a social life much as cant drink alot and need to be close to a toilet.
What things have you stopped doing?
any strenuous activities
What do you think about the future?
future looks good, have been clear 7 years, still have my bladder
So far, which years have been the best years in your life? What have you done during them?
last 7 years, travelled overseas
What would you like to do if you didn’t have your condition?
I soldier on and do as much as i can
If you had to describe your life in a sentence, what would it be?
challenging
Finally, what advice would you give to a person in a similar situation?
keep on fighting, don't dwell on sickness, you can beat this
