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New member: have been fast-tracked referred due to a positive stool test

Lucknow
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Hi,I've just joined this group.I don't actually have a cancer diagnosis at this point,but have been fastracked referred due to a positive stool test. Needless to say I am a little anxious. I have a reading or 104ug,/g  previously only 5 ug/g.. Obviously I don't know what this means  but when you see the words fastrsck Cancer referal it's difficult not to panick. Any support would be gratefuly received.

  • Hi Lucknow,

    Welcome to Cancer Chat.

    It is normal to worry when you are urgently referred. However, more than 9 out of 10 people (more than 90% of people) who have an urgent suspected cancer referral will not be diagnosed with cancer. We have some information on our website about referrals to a specialist. And another page that explains a bit more about urgent referrals.

    We hope that you find the forum useful.

    Wishing you all the best,

    Ben
    Cancer Chat Moderator

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    Hi. A positive stool test means they found blood in your stool. Under 10 basically means no blood or a negligible amount. Over 10 means they found blood that needs investigation. Lots of things can cause this - hemorrhoids, a fissure, a polyp, ulcerative colitis, Crohn's, diverticulitis, infections, cancer, etc.

    The majority are not cancer, but yeah, it's hard not to panic when it's an option at all.

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    Thank you, I now have a date for a colonoscopy, this sunday. I was only refered on friday. you were very helpful, ill try not to worry.

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    Hope all goes well for you. I’m waiting for my first appointment after being fast tracked on Thursday. I noticed symptoms over the last couple of weeks with blood every time I go to the toilet. Stool sample sent and have bloods on the 29th. Other than that and tiredness, I’ve felt ok until Friday with stomach pain and cramping started, but think this could be the anxiety. Good luck with your tests, I do hope it all goes smoothly for you. I imagine you’re feeling anxious to get everything done and get some answers. I know I am 

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