At a similar stage. Had routine bloods which showed anaemia.Had an endoscopy this morning and cancer was present in the lower colon. I didn’t have many symptoms, just loose stools, but no blood.The surgeon says everything else is clear. Pretty terrified, but it is better to know than be in the dark.

Hello NewMember and thanks for your post,

I am sorry to hear about your situation.

Your case will now be discussed at a large formal meeting called an MDT where the doctors will discuss your next steps. We have some information on our website about how treatment decisions are made.

You may well be given a bowel cancer nurse who will hopefully be around to help answer any questions.

Try and keep yourself busy whilst you are waiting for results.

If you would like to ring and chat through any of this with one of the helpline nurses then you are welcome to give us a ring.

The number to call is freephone 0808 800 4040 and the lines are open Monday to Friday 9 am to 5 pm.

All the best,

Catherine

Hello NewMember and thanks for your post,

I am sorry to hear about your situation.

Your case will now be discussed at a large formal meeting called an MDT where the doctors will discuss your next steps. We have some information on our website about how treatment decisions are made.

You may well be given a bowel cancer nurse who will hopefully be around to help answer any questions.

Try and keep yourself busy whilst you are waiting for results.

If you would like to ring and chat through any of this with one of the helpline nurses then you are welcome to give us a ring.

The number to call is freephone 0808 800 4040 and the lines are open Monday to Friday 9 am to 5 pm.

All the best,

Catherine