Hello there Joewa

I am sorry to hear you are about to undergo a colonoscopy and appreciate this must be a worrying time for you.

No one can say at the moment what is causing your bowel changes and constipation but hopefully the colonoscopy will give you some more answers as to what is going on.

A positive FIT test means that a certain level of blood has been detected in your poo sample that needs further investigation. There can be many reasons for blood in poo and it doesn't automatically mean someone has cancer. Things like inflammatory bowel conditions, polyps, piles and constipation can all cause bleeding but something more serious like cancer also needs to be ruled out.

I hope everything goes well for you on wednesday

Take care

Naomi

 Joewa hope you’ve had your colonoscopy now and everything was ok.  

Yep absolutely.  If i dont hear anything 2 weeks post scope i will call for results

I take it no news is good news.

If i called the consultants secretary are the results likely to be back within a week

I think it takes at least two , she can tell you if they’re back but not the results as far as I’m aware .  The waiting is so stressful 

Yeah. For some reason im having problems with post also. Wonder if they will phone me.

Does my gp get the results at the same time?

GP's can access some hospital databases, and those usually include test results. The thing with test result, it's all fine having them, but they need interpreted by someone qualified, so calling the gp early can lead to them saying yeah, but unable to give them because they're in no position to relay those results to yourself.  Then people worry their gp is being coy because it must be bad news, but that isn't the case. Think of it like xrays. Those xrays need a qualified radiographer to go over them properly, even if all looks well on first viewing or looks out of place. So maybe wait those two weeks so your not stressing out even more because your gp won't tell you.

Hello Joewa and thanks for the post

It can be a worry undergoing tests especially when something like polyps are found.

Unfortunately no one here can explain what this means for you but it sounds like the doctor has sent the polyps off to be examined in the lab and if there are any suspicions about these this will be discussed with you further.

Polyps are quite common and most will be harmless. If and when they need to be removed this often sorts out the potential for any unusual cells turning cancerous but often follow up if needed to check everything is okay.

Do speak with your own doctor about this and hopefully they can put your mind at ease further.

Please get back to us if you need any more information or support.  You may find it helpful to talk things through with one of the nurses on our helpline.  The number to call is Freephone 0808 800 4040 and the lines are open from 9am till 5pm Monday to Friday.

Best wishes

Naomi

Thanks

Thanks

So stressed with all this waiting.

If it was bad news would i know by now 

 Joewa as far as I know results take minimum of two weeks . The sample needs testing and then reporting on.  I can truly empathise with you on the waiting. Unfortunately it’s part of this whole process and can’t seem to be hurried up.  I know it sounds trite and I honestly don’t mean it to , but I’ve found keeping busy and distractions have been a life saver for me.   Luckily it’s the time of year when it can be busy anyway.  Maybe download an app to help you relax especially at night  any I’ve found you have to subscribe which has put me off but I’m still looking   Sending you a gentle hug  you will get through this and all will be well    

 Joewa as far as I know results take minimum of two weeks . The sample needs testing and then reporting on.  I can truly empathise with you on the waiting. Unfortunately it’s part of this whole process and can’t seem to be hurried up.  I know it sounds trite and I honestly don’t mean it to , but I’ve found keeping busy and distractions have been a life saver for me.   Luckily it’s the time of year when it can be busy anyway.  Maybe download an app to help you relax especially at night  any I’ve found you have to subscribe which has put me off but I’m still looking   Sending you a gentle hug  you will get through this and all will be well    

Thanks