My husband had his last intravessical BCG treatment for bladder cancer on May 23rd, 2017. He has been suffering from forever increasing joint pain, swelling, and muscle pain in his legs and feet. His knees hurt the most. He is on Norco and morphine for the pain and it does not adequately provide relief. I am convinced he has Chronic Reactive Arthritis from the BCG. I am concerned especially because early intervention with appropriate medication is imperative to reverse this. His PCP and treating Urologist are not trying to determine cause, use tests (ESR &CRP), nor are they giving him any anti-inflammatories, steroids or a recommendation for a Rheumatologist. I am his legal medical advocate and they ignore me. What can I do to to get him the proper assessment and treatment for this condition?
Hi, Consult a rheumatologist and get evaluated. We have to rule out possible causes like arthritis. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician