Positive q FIT test and Symptoms of bowel cancer

Hello All,

I am really anxious at the minute and would like to hear of other's experiences. I have had bleeding usually with a BM for about 6 weeks, I also have had change in bowel habit - very loose and going 4 or 5 times a day which is definitely not like me. The blood is red and not huge amounts. Also quite a lot of wind but no abdominal pain. Had bloods done and they were normal but my q FIT had a reading of over 400. Dr said she didn't know exact figure, just that it was above 400. I am now being sent for a colonoscopy and I am worried sick as I have googled a lot and expecting the worst. Dr says it is 10% chance of colon cancer or 50 % chance of a serious intestional condition. The dr seemed quite concerned which worried me. I was told I would be red flagged and get an appointment within 3 to 4 weeks for the colonoscopy. This will be a long wait. I am female and 53.

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  • I am also going through similar and have been since 2020 with bleeding that's got significantly worse this last week. I have not had a qfit test. I have an appointment with a gastroenterologist on Monday and I'm so nervous. 
     

    I also have other symptoms like tummy and back pain, and feeling of needing to go more. I am 36 and so anxious. 
     

    Sending big hugs x

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  • I am also going through similar and have been since 2020 with bleeding that's got significantly worse this last week. I have not had a qfit test. I have an appointment with a gastroenterologist on Monday and I'm so nervous. 
     

    I also have other symptoms like tummy and back pain, and feeling of needing to go more. I am 36 and so anxious. 
     

    Sending big hugs x

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