Is it a large mass or normal

Hi,

    I have suffered from what I've been told is IBS for over 10 years. It manifests as constipation so having been constipated for about 3 days, I did go today but have the feeling that something is still there that I can't get rid of. This has only been today and it is now night. I did check earlier as it's so uncomfortable, there is nothing there that should come out, but there feels like a mass next to the rectum on the other side of the skin. I am probably worrying and maybe slightly anatomically ignorant but is this a mass or a part of my body that I don't know about? It is a few inches up. I will wait to see if this improves in the next few days but I'm slightly worried. Sorry for too much info!

  • Welcome to the forum Mummy although I'm sorry for the reason you're joining us.

    I hope things have improved since you made this post but if they haven't and this is still worrying you do be sure to book an appointment with your doctor as they'll be in the best position to help and hopefully put your mind at ease.

    When you speak to the doctor, it can be difficult to remember everything you want to say and difficult to remember everything they say, but I hope these tips we have on our website will help you get the most out of your appointment.

    Kind regards,

    Steph, Cancer Chat Moderator