Does BCG immunotherapy work for recurring bladder cancer?

BCG immunotherapy has shown effectiveness for many people with non-muscle-invasive bladder cancer, and it's encouraging that you're exploring treatment options with your medical team. The combination approach with immunotherapy agents like durvalumab represents an evolving area of bladder cancer treatment that aims to enhance the body's natural defenses against cancer cells. Connecting with others who have navigated similar treatment paths can provide valuable insights and emotional support during this journey. The community here includes many members who have experience with BCG therapy and can share practical tips about managing the treatment schedule and what to expect during the process.

I had non-muscular bladder cancer. Tried BCG. Didn’t work and now it’s in stage two in the muscle. Going to get Chemo and radiation next month. Pray it works. Don’t know what to expect.

I have the same thing. Just finished my 3rd series of BCG. All clear so far on the cancer. Got to it early. A little blood after the treatments for about 3-4 hours. Then it clears up. Get a little tired after and sometimes the next day. Do not like that everything is done though a catheter but it beats the alternative. My Dr told me t 1 aggressive is a lifetime surveillance. Sucks but that is life

David, How long do your treatments generally last, and how many has your doctor scheduled for you? My urologist scheduled me for 18 infusions, and I am about two thirds done. Early on, he switched me over to Mitomycin. Once the medicine has been introduced, the catheter is removed. That eases some of the discomfort. And if the catheter is slowly removed, my bladder becomes less agitated. A successful treatment lasts an hour. Unfortunately, if my bladder spasms a lot, I uncontrollably empty everything out. The result is a failed treatment. Thus far, however, I have been in remission for 9 months. Are you experiencing any side effects like considerable fatigue or rashes that itch a lot?