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Selwyn71
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Hi I had call from my doctor telling me I'm being fast tracked for colonoscopy 

my symptoms are.... anemia extreamly low iron sever bloating restless legs sometimes shortness of breath lots of fresh blood over the past year or so my Pooh when I do go is as thin as a pencil and always feel like I could push out a football but I've not lost no weight 

so just wondering how long the fast track will be also will my husband be allowed in with me I've terrible fear/phobia of needles 

 

please someone reply I've no one to talk to xx

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    Just thought I'd pop by and say that fast track does not mean its serious.  Guidelines state that a two week referral be used for breast lumps, persistent cough, blood in stools so please don't panic.  I've had two colonoscopies and neither involved needles, and I'm sure others will drop by and tell you the same.  I doubt at the moment your partner will be allowed in due to covid guidelines and the nurses will be with you to hold your hand and help you.  Hope this will help you a little bit.  Best wishes, Carol 

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    Oh thank you for taking the time to reply carol you have put me a little bit at ease I'm just so nervous I keep thinking be positive but then there's the what if! Hopefully not long to wait till I find out and to be honest I'm to fat to have it by the sounds of it.... only time I've been ok with being a bit over weight lol 

    once again thank you xx

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    Oh thank you for taking the time to reply carol you have put me a little bit at ease I'm just so nervous I keep thinking be positive but then there's the what if! Hopefully not long to wait till I find out and to be honest I'm to fat to have it by the sounds of it.... only time I've been ok with being a bit over weight lol 

    once again thank you xx

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