Living with bladder cancer
There are many organisations and support groups to help you cope with bladder cancer and its treatment.
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There are organisations and support services in your local area that you can access. You can ask your specialist nurse or doctor for more information about cancer services near you.
The NHS website has a service that tells you about local information and support in England.
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NHS 111 Wales gives health advice and information for people living in Wales.
The Northern Ireland Cancer Network (NICaN) website tells you where to find cancer information and support in Northern Ireland.
Last reviewed: 23 Sept 2025
Next review due: 23 Sept 2028
Get practical and emotional support to help you cope with a diagnosis of bladder cancer, and life during and after treatment.
You might need some care and support at home due to bladder cancer or its treatment.
Your treatment options depend on the stage, type and grade of your bladder cancer. Treatments include surgery, radiotherapy and chemotherapy.
Bladder cancer starts in the inner lining of the bladder. The bladder stores urine (wee) and is in the lower part of your tummy.
Bladder cancer is cancer that starts in the lining of the bladder.
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