I'm sorry to read about your situation and can appreciate this is an anxious time for you.
There can be many reasons for a positive FIT test and most are unrelated to cancer.Many non‑cancerous conditions can cause a positive FIT, including polyps, haemorrhoids, and inflammatory bowel conditions, but something more serious such as cancer does need to be ruled out. It is only a colonoscopy that is able to take a closer look at the bowel to find out exactly what the cause may be.
I know it's easier said than done but try and take it one step at a time until you know more. Some people find talking it through with family and friends and keeping busy can sometimes help. Also try and focus on what you can control right now by eating a good diet, getting enough rest, and doing some gentle activities that you enjoy.
I hope everything turns out to be okay. Give us a ring if you would like 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.
itdoes not definitely mean you have cancer. A high result can also be caused by non-cancerous conditions like inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), large polyps, or bleeding hemorrhoids
