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Worried after colonoscopy and ct scan

Fragglerock
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I went reluctantly too docs as j had blood in my stool

husband made me go.. I had blood tests then on back of those had examinations then doc referred me for colonoscopy. Had that then person who did it said I had diviticular disease but also he took biopsy's.. 3 weeks later I had a call from hospital asking could I come for ct  scan.. no explanation 

rang  .. can't get too see or speak to gp but receptionist said gp said don't worry for now but when ct results are available they'll discuss all

 

im worried.. should I be ?? Or is this just a precautionary test?? After a colonoscopy ( same day ct scan call)

  • Hello

    It is always difficult waiting for the results of tests so I can understand how this is on your mind.  I want to reassure you, that CT scans are sometimes used to investigate diverticular disease, like that which was found during your colonoscopy.  So there is no reason to assume that the doctors have found anything else at this stage.

    I hope that is helpful

    Martin

  • Offline in reply to CRUK Nurse Martin

    Thanks for your reply

     

    today I had the results.. it appears they wanted ct scan as they saw shadows in the colonoscopy they wr unsure of which turned out ok as cysts not tumours

    the bleeding was caused by the dirvitcular they have also diagnosed 

     

    they also told me I have liver cysts but said they won't need treatment as it isn't causing any problems

     

    phew
     

    your reply was much appreciated whilst I waited the long 2 weeks 

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