Bladder Cancer

Does immunotherapy maintain quality of life after bladder cancer surgery?

The AMBASSADOR trial findings show that quality of life was maintained with immunotherapy after bladder cancer surgery. Read more. https://outcomes4me.com/article/how-does-immunotherapy-affect-daily-life-after-bladder-cancer-surgery/

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How does immunotherapy affect daily life after bladder cancer surgery?

The AMBASSADOR trial findings show that quality of life was maintained with immunotherapy after bladder cancer surgery. Read more.

What is ctDNA testing for bladder cancer?

What the new ctDNA-guided atezolizumab approval means for patients with muscle-invasive bladder cancer https://outcomes4me.com/cancer-topic/progression-recurrence-for-muscle-invasive-bladder-cancer/a-blood-test-that-can-determine-if-you-need-more-treatment-after-bladder-cancer-surgery/

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A blood test that can determine if you need more treatment after bladder cancer surgery

What the new ctDNA-guided atezolizumab approval means for patients with muscle-invasive bladder cancer

What is Keytruda + Padcev for bladder cancer?

The FDA has approved Keytruda + Padcev before & after surgery for muscle-invasive bladder cancer, offering a new option to reduce recurrence & improve survival. https://outcomes4me.com/cancer-topic/in-treatment-for-muscle-invasive-bladder-cancer/new-fda-approval-offers-more-therapy-options-for-muscle-invasive-bladder-cancer/

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New FDA approval offers more therapy options for muscle-invasive bladder cancer

The FDA has approved Keytruda + Padcev before & after surgery for muscle-invasive bladder cancer, offering a new option to reduce recurrence & improve survival.

Does Keytruda or Padcev cause calf muscle pain?

Has anyone experienced muscle pain in calf muscles from Keytruda (pembro) or Padcev (EV)?

What is a PET scan and why do doctors use it?

What is a pet scan?

How to manage blisters on feet and genital area during chemo?

I have bladder cancer. Currently on Gem/dox. Doing well but have some leaking. I just developed blisters on the bottom of both feet right kind of on my on the bottom of my toes. I also have what seem like blisters around my vaginal area and buttox.

How did others do with Keytruda and Padcev for advanced bladder cancer?

My husband has stage iv bladder cancer. It started as t1 nmibc. Had surgery to remove tumor and had all clean edges. While doing BCG treatments it started growing quickly and spread to lymph nodes/bones/pluera around lungs and other areas. It blocked the ureters from opening to the bladder so now has nephrostomy tubes from each kidney and a stent in 1 however, that did not work. Since had it in the pluera area around lungs, he also has a pluerx catheter for us to drain that area at home. He is on Keytruda and padcev. 2 rounds of keytruda and 4 of padcev in. Has anyone started in this situation and done well? This all happened within a few months..

What should I know about bladder cancer clinical trial decisions?

I have bladder cancer and recently read about common myths around clinical trials. I learned that trials aren't just a last resort option - they can be considered at different stages of treatment and might offer access to newer approaches. The article also cleared up concerns I had about safety, costs, and whether I'd have control over my participation. I'm curious about others' experiences with clinical trials for bladder cancer. It seems like there might be options I hadn't considered before, and I'd love to hear from people who have been through this decision-making process. • If you participated in a clinical trial for bladder cancer, what helped you decide it was right for you? • What do you wish you had known when first considering clinical trials as an option? Link: https://outcomes4me.com/article/clinical-trial-myths/

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8 clinical trial myths debunked

Lisa Morere— MSN, APRN, ANP-BC—is the Clinical Lead at Outcomes4Me and is a board certified Adult Nurse Practitioner. She has over 21 years of experience in the healthcare setting, predominantly in oncology. As a board certified Adult Nurse Practitioner, I have always valued the role that I have in people’s lives during the difficult journey […]

I was diagnosed with stage 4 bladder cancer last September. Started on chemo Enfortumab and Keytruda last October. I am very tired the day of treatment and the next day. I don't drive the day of treatment and the next day because of the meds. Not sure how I'd be and am very cautious. Just stay around the house and 'catch up " 2 days after treatment I am fine. I was told to wash my clothes separately from the rest of the family. Between treatments I do positive things--Scrabble, Rummikub, Lunch with friends. Hope this helps some readers.

What are the next steps after stage 2 cancer tumor removal surgery?

Stage 2 high grade invasive. 4 cm tumor removed. Doctor said he got it and fulgerized the area plus surrounding tissue. Find out Friday what the next steps are. Very overwhelming