To give you some peace of mind, here are tips to guide you through your bladder cancer journey.
That said, bladder cancer is a particularly complex disease, so reading about it may seem overwhelming.
This is normalthere is a lot of information to digest.
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Others may write in a personal journal or talk regularly with a close friend.
All of this is OKbeing diagnosed with bladder cancer is a big deal.
While it’s good to file away their opinions, trust your instincts and your own diligent research.
Move forward with the healthcare team you are most comfortable with.
Of course, seeking a second opinion is often a good idea and cannot hurt.
Everyone needs some help and support.
Other means of support include seeing a professional counselor who has experience treating people with cancer.
In fact, sometimes talking to a stranger is easier than opening up to a friend or family member.
In women, achieving an orgasm may be affected if the nerve bundles that line the vagina are damaged.
Sexual arousal in women may be affected too if the clitoris loses some of its blood supply during surgery.
Cystectomy is a surgical procedure that involves a surgeon removing specific parts or the entirety of the urinary bladder.
Pain or a burning sensation during urination is a symptom of bladder cancer.
However, pain isn’t usually present in the early stages of bladder cancer.
If you are concerned with any possible symptoms, talk with your healthcare provider.
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