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What are colonoscopy waiting times like in Birmingham?

Scared59
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Hi

I've been waiting for a colonoscopy since 6 Jan I live in Birmingham how long is the usual wait? Also my calprotectin and bloods were normal diarrhoea has stopped but I get a pinkish streak maybe once or twice a week when I wipe. I did a home test checking for blood in stool which was negative (I'm  59 and you don't get NHS FIT test until you're 60). Has anyone had similar or any ideas? Just want to hear from the hospital of a date for colonoscopy. 

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  • Hey Scared59, 

    I'm sorry you've been waiting a while for your colonoscopy. This may be because of the pandemic but hopefully some of our members who are in this part of the Midlands will let you know about their experiences and how long they had to wait soon.

    I'm not sure from your post if you have had a colonoscopy before, but if not, you can find out more about this procedure on our website.

    We're thinking of you Scared59 and have our fingers crossed your appointment through soon.

    Kind regards,

    Steph, Cancer Chat Moderator

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  • Hey Scared59, 

    I'm sorry you've been waiting a while for your colonoscopy. This may be because of the pandemic but hopefully some of our members who are in this part of the Midlands will let you know about their experiences and how long they had to wait soon.

    I'm not sure from your post if you have had a colonoscopy before, but if not, you can find out more about this procedure on our website.

    We're thinking of you Scared59 and have our fingers crossed your appointment through soon.

    Kind regards,

    Steph, Cancer Chat Moderator

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