Rob's Story

Ethnicity

White British

Age

70-79

Work

Retired

Sexual Orientation

Straight

Geography

East Midlands

Relationship status

Married/In a Civil Partnership

Listen

Chemotherapy

Tips and advice for any bladder or bowel side effects of treatment

Careful planning before journeys (ie pee before setting out, knowing where toilets are, pack some spare clothing etc.)

How this treatment impacted my life the most

Mainly to do with bladder/bowel control initially. Read the available literature. Talk to the consultants and nurses.

If I had to do it all over again, would I choose the same treatment?

Yes

Why did I give this answer?

The treatment has led to a positive, controlled outcome. It hasn't prevented me doing the things I enjoy: being with family, cycling, jogging, long distance walking, gardening, volunteering.

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