Does Flomax help with bladder cancer urination problems?

I don't know. I take it because the doctor told me. I have been treated with BCG I'm looking for natural stuff. I've ordered stuff it shipped but not got it.

Flomax can be helpful for managing urinary symptoms when dealing with bladder cancer, as it works by relaxing the muscles around the bladder neck and prostate to improve urine flow. Many patients in this community have found that taking it at bedtime helps minimize dizziness, staying well-hydrated throughout the day, and keeping a small step stool handy for safer transitions when getting up can make a real difference with side effects - hopefully others here will share their personal experiences and practical tips that have worked for them.

I take Tamsulosin and Tadalafil for BPH, but I’ve taken Tamsulosin just itself too. But, I don’t remember ever having any side effects from it. I take it about 30 minutes after I’ve eaten dinner, no issues. I also have bladder cancer, main urinary issue I have is a urinary stricture that formed after the Turbt and large catheter after. Dr will “pop” it but seems to come Back. It’s been found I have another tumor and will have a 2nd Turbt, after open heart surgery that’s scheduled. Lots on my plate to deal with.

I have taken Flomax for many years and feel like it has helped with urinary urgency. I take it at night and have not experienced any dizziness. Good luck!

I’m not sure this is the right thread. But I’ll give it a shot. I was diagnosed with bladder cancer in August, 2023. I’ve had 3-4 TURBT procedures to remove cancerous tumors. My urologist scheduled me for 18 months of chemo infusions about 1 year ago. I’ve had roughly 12 since starting the regimen. At least half have resulted in failure because my bladder becomes agitated after the medication is inserted via a catheter, and I uncontrollably empty everything. My urologist has tried changing the medication to mitomycin. I also ingest two meds prior to the procedure designed to calm bladder hyperactivity. These meds have mixed results. The last two were failed infusions. The good news is I’ve been in remission for 9 months. But my urologist advised it was up to me whether I wanted to complete the remaining sessions. I was not comfortable with this approach, so consulted with an oncologist for a second opinion. He urged me to complete the chemo, even if they are mostly unsuccessful. The oncologist strongly feels that any bit of help I obtain from the infusions would be to my benefit, especially if I remain in remission. I’ve decided to follow the oncologist’s recommendations. I also have experienced chronic fatigue over the past several months. But that is a for a separate post. I’m 83 years old, and extremely blessed to be in my current condition. But I would welcome anyone sharing their experiences with an overactive bladder during infusion therapy as well as fatigue that none of my primary, cardiovascular and neurological specialists can address. Thank you, and have a wonderful day choosing the gift of life.