Entyvio and BCG therapy
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Posted 4/1/2022 2:37 PM (GMT -5)
Hi Everyone,
Ive had UC for several years and have been on Entyvio for about 3-4 years and doing well on it. Two years ago I was diagnosed with bladder cancer, had surgery, but it keeps coming back. Urologist suggested I go on BCG to treat it and GI DR. says it is too risky. So don't know what to do. Somehow the BCG and Entyvio dont mix well. Has anyone else run into this problem? And if so was the treatment you selected sucessful? I appreciate any advice or help you can offer. Thank you.
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Posted 4/1/2022 3:32 PM (GMT -5)
So sorry to hear about the cancer. You are between a rock & a hard place. What is BCG? Is there anything else that could treat the cancer?
Posted 4/1/2022 6:06 PM (GMT -5)
Thank you for responding. I am trying to find out what else they can treat it with. BCG is a live vaccine used for TB.
And it is risky to use on someone who is on Entyvio. I was hoping to hear back from the Doctor today, but haven't so far .I'll post again when I know more. Thanks again!