Very high FIT test result

Hello all,

I'm a 50+ man and got the result of my second FIT test yesterday. To be honest am feeling a bit freaked out - actually majorly freaked out. Reason for the test was that I've had intermittent mild abdominal pain for about 6 months. I assumed it was a muscular problem when clearly it wasn't.

The result of the first test was over 900 and the second around 1000. So there's little doubt there's blood in the samples (even though none was visible). My GP has made an urgent referral to the colorectal clinic at the hospital. It's hard not to google things like this when you're in shock (have tried to only read stuff from reputable sources), and I understand that there are a number of things that can be causing blood in the stool: ulcers, polyps, hemorrhoids as well as cancer. Though looking through different forums, I've not seen anyone report figures like this and things feel pretty bleak today.

Not really sure why I'm writing this, as I realise nothing new will be known until I get the referral/have colonoscopy. Maybe it's just to know that other people are going through the same thing, or even just understand what I'm talking about. Thanks for reading :)

B

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  • In case it helps anyone: have had colonoscopy and two sigmoidoscopy (feels similar) and about 10 polyps removed since the high FIT test. None of the polyps have been cancerous.
    So just to say that a high fit test result doesn’t always mean the worst. Take care

  • So grateful to come across this note and appreciate your sharing it. I've just had a positive FIT test of over 400. Been Googling far too much and got myself in a bit of a state. 
    I have a colonoscopy booked for Sunday 30th and you're all right. The waiting and thinking is horrific for both me and my husband. 
    Good and reassuring to hear lots of you get positive outcomes. 

  • Hi Shaz, I hope your sppoint.ent has gone ok today, please do updaye me when you are able to xxx

    I have had my first chemo infusion today. All has gone ok today other than me having a little panic atta k when I was leaving the hospital. I think some cold air caught my breath & then I panicked at the thought of going home with my husband, not having any medics around. Still i am ok & being waited on.

    Take care xxx

  • I can’t believe this post is still going, I posted about my husband over 2 years ago, he was ok had 6 polyps removed. He’s still doing well. Now it’s my turn waiting for a colonoscopy under the 2ww, scared but not as bad as I was 14 years ago today when I was diagnosed with bladder cancer, I came through that and if need be will do again. Good luck to you all xxx

  • You too, hope all goes well with you colonoscopy xxx

  • Hello Flower. My appointment went well. I am so glad it's over. They found diverticulitis and mild inflammation, which they took samples to biopsy. They said it looks like microscopic colitis. The colonoscopy was a wee bit uncomfortable but took deep it was ok. I was actually crying to one of the nurses as they took me into the ward. They made me feel at ease. The NHS staff  in Glasgow are soooo amazing. I am so glad that your first chemo infusion went ok. You will definitely get through this. You have a fighting spirit, and I will be on this chat here to cheer you on!! Xxx

  • Have you had your results yet? 

  • Not really,  I had phone call to say letter been sent but a week later and still not received it? But was told something suspicious showed up on scan and now need a colonoscopy.  Booked in for Monday 17th November.  So its an anxious waiting time. Hoping its something that can be sorted without too much fuss 

  • Shaz, I am so pleased for you. You can now breathe with relief. Now time to start enjoying yourself again xx

  • Thinking of you for 17th. Shall has had good news, so hoping you will do too. Try to relax as much as possible  xx

  • Thinking of you for the 17th November. It is an anxious wait. The advice and the comfort I got from this chat helped me through the process. People on here are just so understanding and compassionate and have their own stories to tell. Let us know how you get on on the 17th Nov xx

  • Thank you, Flower. I am hugely relieved but will continue with the annual screenings offered. My gran had bowel cancer and my mum has had issues on and off with her bowels. She is now 83. My dad who is 87, bless him, went for a colonoscopy in September this year to the same hospital. He was so relaxed about it all. So it seemed. He has diverticulitis too and haemorrhoids and few polyps removed. I knew what to expect then as he went through the process. Keep me updated on your treatment, Flower. I am rooting for you xxx

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  • Thank you, Flower. I am hugely relieved but will continue with the annual screenings offered. My gran had bowel cancer and my mum has had issues on and off with her bowels. She is now 83. My dad who is 87, bless him, went for a colonoscopy in September this year to the same hospital. He was so relaxed about it all. So it seemed. He has diverticulitis too and haemorrhoids and few polyps removed. I knew what to expect then as he went through the process. Keep me updated on your treatment, Flower. I am rooting for you xxx

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